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Quinoa Pilaf with Cinnamon and Sugar

Name: Quinoa Pilaf with Cinnamon and Sugar
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 cups quinoa, rinsed and drained; 4 cups water; Kosher salt; 1/2 stick butter melted and cooled; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Quinoa, when prepared with cinnamon and sugar, is a hearty, healthy way to start the day. Slideshow: Whole Grain Breakfasts

By Emily Farris

Published on December 26, 2013

Quinoa Pilaf with Cinnamon and Sugar — Photo: © Emily Farris

Total Time:

25 mins

Yield:

10

Ingredients

2 cups quinoa, rinsed and drained
4 cups water
Kosher salt
1/2 stick butter melted and cooled
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

In a medium pot over high heat, bring the quinoa, water and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the quinoa has fully absorbed the water, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat.
In a separate bowl, mix the butter, sugar, cinnamon and vanilla extract, then pour over the cooked quinoa and mix well.

Make Ahead

The quinoa can be made a day ahead and refrigerated, then rewarmed on the stove top with 1/4 cup of water.