- Favorite Comfort Foods Take A Nutritional Leap With Quinoa - Comfort foods are a warm blanket fresh out of the dryer. They are hot and hearty and often remind you of your childhood. With the ability to transport you back through the years, comfort foods are the perfect way to relax and unwind. But are they the perfect way to eat healthy? Maybe not always. A great way to pack in the nutrition is to incorporate quinoa into your old classics. Quinoa will not only add nutrition, but also new flavors and textures. Let's look at three of the most common comfort foods and how you can... Read full post here
- Going Gluten Free With Quinoa - Gluten is basically a protein 'glue' composite that is present in many grains, such as wheat. It's what gives dough elasticity. Why would anyone want to avoid this protein? Because, for some, gluten causes health problems due to an intolerance. This is a situation that requires a change in diet. At first glance, it may seem impossible to avoid gluten because it's so prevalent in almost everything we see on the grocery store shelves. However, once you discover quinoa, you'll find a whole world of food to enjoy. Is Quinoa Truly Gluten Free? ... Read full post here
- Inspire Your Middle Eastern Cravings With Quinoa - Quinoa has the ability to transport you around the world. But, probably the best vehicle for quinoa is any dish that has to do with Middle Eastern quisine. The sauces of this particular region's foods are so deep and intensely flavored, quinoa is to perfect compliment to stand up to this rich flavor. Adding quinoa to your Middle Eastern cravings not only adds nutritional value, it also increases the heartiness of your meal. Let's take a look at three Middle Eastern dishes you may be familiar with, and how they do well to benefit from the addition... Read full post here
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- Using Quinoa to Make Flour - Quinoa seeds are gluten-free and contain amino acid-rich proteins and minerals. Their slightly nutty taste makes them a welcome substitute for rice or pasta. By grinding the raw seeds it will yield a flavorful flour suitable for use in your favorite gluten-free and traditional baking recipes. Read on to find out how your can use quinoa to make flour. Grind Quinoa into a powder by using a coffee grinder or a food processor. You can also use a grain mill to grind it in to very fine powder like flour. If you are going... Read full post here
- Why Quinoa Will Never Make You Fat - Quinoa is widely know as the 21st century "super food". Health experts everywhere are singing the praises of its complete protein profile and the high vitamin count. The health food world has started eating more and more quinoa. It is very good for us, but can we eat too much of it? Can you overeat on quinoa? Here are three reasons why I think that eating quinoa is good for you and it will never make you fat. Quinoa fills you and keeps you from feeling hungry. ... Read full post here
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