Quinoa Cuisine makes Superfoods Super-Delicious!
The Chief Blonde Remarks: The book’s back cover states:
“You know Quiona is easy to make and good for you”
Well…NO..I didn’t know. Heck, I didn’t even know how to say “Quinoa”, had to have my 19 year old daughter tell me (KEEN-WAH).
Quinoa is rich in protein (substitute for your daily serving of meat), calcium, iron, potassium and fiber. Plus Quinoa is a good source of Vitamins B and E. Because Quinoa is high in protein and fiber, it makes you feel fuller longer so it perfect for people trying to maintain an ideal weight. People with Celiac disease can eat it because its gluten-free.
The thing I loved about this book, Quinoa Cuisine by Jessica Harlan and Kelley Sparwasser, was that it motivated me to “try” Quinoa. Now that I have, it will be a regular staple in my panty, probably replacing white rice and barley in anything where I can make the switch. It’s obvious that I can replace it my soups/stews because this book has delicious recipes for mushroom soup, hearty fall vegetable stew, and two-bean chili! But you’ll also find recipes that deal with Quinoa seeds, flakes and flour. Who knew? You can also make Desserts (Cranberry-Cherry Tart), Main Dishes (Chicken Potpie with Quinoa biscuit crust), Snacks (Mini-Pizzas), etc. I love how this book is organized into season and each recipe is labeled with icons so you can easily make the recipe in the category that you need: Vegan, Gluten-free, Freezes Well, 30 Minutes or Less. Women over 45, this book motivated me to try something new and now it will in my diet for life!
My favorite recipe in the book so far is Quinoa Muffins. I load them up with blackberries and strawberries, and raspberries. MMMM.
Buy It!
Quinoa Cuisine, $16.95. Trade Paper Back, Available from Ulysses Press, ISBN: 978-1-61243-020-1, 216 pp. Available on Amazon
Blog Note: The Chief Blonde was not compensated for this post. A review sample was provided.
for the past year I’ve been trying to eat more whole foods and quinoa has become a staple in my house.
i have never tried this product…have never heard of it before
Never tried it, but just talked with a coworker today about a salad made with quinoa, so would love to try it.
Thanks!
Michele
I have never heard of it before but would love too.
I have tried it and loved it but i personally dont know how to incorporate so having recipes would be great
LOVE quinoa- the cookbook totally looks fantastic.
no I do not know how to make it
vmkids3 at msn dot com
No I have not tried it, But would love to
no, i have never try it.
I have tried it but I’ve never cooked it. I have a bag sitting in the freezer waiting for the right recipe to come along.
I love Quinoa!
OMG – i need this book A BIG TIME
I have been using quinoa for like half a year or so and my whole family loves it. I NEED THIS BOOK!
Yes I’ve tried it and like it but I’ve never cooked with it. Time to start!
I love quinoa! I have some ready to right now!
No bc Ive never been anywhere that offered it
Yes, I have and we love it! I would love to have more recipes on how to prepare itthough!
No, not sure what it is.
Mmm..never tried it because I never heard of it before. Haha…should give it a try though
I love food and especially healthy food but I have never tried it!
I really like Quinoa as a substitute for rice. Not a fan of Quinoa pasta though.