Quinoa

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Quinoa is one of those yummy versatile foods that can really change up humdrum recipes or just throw some variety into your diet for very little dough.



Italian Quinoa with Chickplease

Put 1/4 c Quinoa in an oven safe dish with 1 c water 1/2 c diced tomatoes 2t italian seasoning and 1/4 c chickpeas. Bake at 400 for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with 1/2 t sea salt. Devour like a lady......

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