Quinoa Porridge with Cinnamon Apples
Source: Allrecipes.com
Great way to use up leftover Quinoa, if you have it.
Nice alternative to cooked oatmeal for breakfast
Ingredients
- 1 c. dry quinoa, rinsed and drained (see note)
- 2 c. water
- 1-1/2 c. milk or almond milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 lg. apple - peeled, cored and diced (fuji or granny smith)
- 1/2 t. salt
- 1 Tbls. ground cinnamon
- 2 Tbls. maple syrup
- 1/3 c. sliced or slivered almonds, toasted (for serving)
Instructions
Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes.
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the apple; sprinkle with salt, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Cook and stir until the apple is hot and beginning to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in the milk or almond milk and half-and-half cream; continue cooking until hot. Stir in the hot quinoa, and cook a few minutes before serving.
Serve with sliced almonds on top.
Serves 4
NOTE: 1 c. dry quinoa yields 3 c. cooked. You only need 2 cups cooked for this recipe.
If you prefer this a bit creamier, use less quinoa. 2/3 c. dry quinoa, with 1-1/3 c. water will yield 2 cups cooked quinoa.