Monthly Archives: November 2008

Quinoa and Chicken Casserole

Having had some good success with using quinoa yesterday to thicken a soup I used it today in a Quinoa and Chicken Casserole. The recipe is a very simple slow cooker one that I have used for years. The main … Continue reading

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Quinoa, Leek and Potato Soup in a Slow Cooker

This recipe was so easy. Leek and potato soup is a favourite of mine. Its a great winter tonic when the weather is cold and nasty. It warms you up and is very filling. The quinoa adds it own character … Continue reading

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Quinoa and Carbohydrates

If there were to be one very good nutritional benefit of Quinoa it would be that it is a complex carbohydrate. Don’t go yet, I will explain how this works. Two carbohydrate types There are 2 sorts of carbohydrates, simple … Continue reading

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How to Use Quinoa Instead of Rice or Cous Cous

Quinoa is very versatile in the kitchen. One of the simplest ways of using it is as a straight replacement for rice or cous cous. Now if you are interested in authentic Indian curries or Moroccan cuisine then you are … Continue reading

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