Cook Quinoa (Keen-Wa)

I've been eating quinoa since a friend introduced it to me during a post-holiday cleanse in 2006. Though it's easy to cook, it took a few recipe trials to learn the best way to serve this hearty core food. It looks like a grain, but Quinoa is a seed loaded with protein, fiber, and iron. It's a complete protein, which means it contains all eight essential amino acids. With no fat, sodium, or cholesterol, this super food should have a special place in your pantry. Here are basic cooking instructions; see recipes for meal ideas.

Ingredients:

3 C organic quinoa, rinsed and drained
6 C organic, low-sodium chicken broth
Salt

Directions:

Combine quinoa and broth in a large stock pot and cover with lid. Turn burner on high and bring to a boil. Once the broth boils reduce heat to a simmer; cook until all liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Season with salt.