So I created a hot pot of various recipes inspired by a similar recipe from 101 cookbook. Also there is a "Cara's Apple Cake" recipe from Fuhrman's Eat to Live (p 223). Quinoa is a miracle grain from the Andes that was a major staple in the ancient Incan diet and is found is some popular soups today in Peru and Ecuador. It is very high in protein. Here is the 101 cookbook link: http://www.101cookbooks.com/archives/001564.html
I first rinsed 2 cups of quinoa. I then added 4 cups of water, brought it to a boil and simmered for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. In this case I added pistachio nuts and raisins chopped, a little tamarind concentrate and some Mrs Dash's. The potatoes are my chili roasted potatoes and onions tossed in a dash of olive oil, chili powder, cumin, crushed garlic and roasted in an oven for 45-50 minutes. I added steamed asparagus and a garnish of fresh parsley from the garden. You can sprinkle any type of citrus such as lemon juice or orange juice.
The combination of the different items is very tasty and would work with different types of dressings, depending on your preference. For personal and diet reasons, I have been concentrating on low or no fat options such as the fruit zests and juice.
Cara's apple cake is easy:
- 1/4 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 cup apple juice (I used mango juice tonight)
- 1 tsp cinamon
- 1 egg white
- 1/4 cup vanilla soymilk
- 3 apples, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins, chopped
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
Actually I just mixed everything together, making sure the ingredients are well blended. Bake uncovered for 1 hour at 350 degrees F. Remove and cover. Serve when cool.
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