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.
Ive never tried it because this is the first I’ve heard of it. My family is very carnivorous so meat substitutes have not been much tried. Still its nice to know what alternate options are out there for guests.
no i have never tried never heard of it before
No I haven’t tried it yet. But I heard that its tasty.
Yes, we have once and liked it a lot.
I’ve had eating out but not cooked with it. However, I would love to learn as it a good grain (low glycemic index) for those with diabetes. I have type 1 and am always looking for alternatives to use in place of the usual noodles or rice.
I have just begun to use quinoa, so I’d love to learn some great recipes.
yes, my mom particularly loves it, so i ant to give it to her.
I love quinoa! We eat it at least 3 times a week. Love it for breakfast with raisins and cinnamon.
I love quinoa.
I’ve never tried it but I want to. I keep forgetting to pick some up when I’m at the grocery store.
YES I cook with Quinoa often
I love Quinoa
I love it..i dont buy rice anymore
No I haven’t because I have never heard of it
no, this is the first time I have ever heard about it.
I have never tried Quinoa, but I want to…:)
I have never tried Quinoa, but I’ve wanted to.
no, because have so many food allergies not sure if this would be one.
no never heard of it
Yes I love quinoa salad and also in some yummy fried breads!