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.
I have never tried it because I don’t have any recipes for it.
Yes, I have tried Quinoa. I really like it.
No have not tried – never heard about it but now I would love to try it.
I have never tried quinoa because I didn’t know what it was. Thanks for showing me! I’ve gotta give it a shot, it sounds healthy!
i have never tried it… Can I blame it on the hubby who does all the cooking?
I have never seen it at the store or at anyone’s house
I have tried and LOVED it! I was soooo surprised. What a great food and source of protein.
I had it once, I liked it.
I haven’t tried it yet, but do want to give it a shot. I just haven’t been brave enough to try to cook it and don’t recall seeing it on a menu before. Time to explore!
Yes, I use organic quinoa… I have found I like it better as an addition to salads or used like you would oatmeal in the evening. I have read that eating quinoa in the evening is very very good for you as it is nutrient rich.
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I’ve never tried it because I’ve never heard of it.
I have never tried it but I like trying new things
Haven’t tried it, but want to. It’s a bit pricey!
I love quinoa. One of my favorite recipes:
Try this!!!!!
I’ve had it at a restaurant and loved it, but have never cooked it myself!
no never tried it bc i never heard of it
I have never tried it, don’t know how to cook it…LOL
I have never tried it because I have never heard of it.
I’ve tried it but never cooked it – sounded a bit intimidating but no more!
I’ve never tried quinoa, ’cause I did not know it