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Quinoa Breakfast Cereal

Quinoa (pronounced kin-wa) is an ancient grain that was a staple food of the ancient incas of south america. this recipe is a cooked cereal somewhat like oatmeal, but even healthier! it is gluten-free and according to bob's red mill (the brand of quinoa i used), is the most nutrious of all grains. the added flax meal is for boosting your omega-3s. i make this on the weekend, and then reheat a bowl in the microwave.

Steps

Heat water in a covered pot to boiling.
Meanwhile , dice dried apricots and measure other ingredients.
Add all remaining ingredients to boiling water , stir well and return to a boil.
Cover and reduce to simmer for 12 minutes , or until all water has been absorbed , stirring once or twice in the middle.
Remove from heat , fluff , cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
Serve in a bowl with milk , and a drizzle of honey if desired.

Ingredients

quinoa, water, flax seed meal, dried apricot, sunflower seeds