BAKED QUINOA "MAC" AND CHEESE
If you haven't tried quinoa yet, this recipe is the perfect place to start, because this gluten-free grain pairs well with any cheese, so try substituting shredded Gruyère or mozzarella for some or all of the cheddar.
Provided by By Stephanie Wise
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
- In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and tomato; cover and cook 5 minutes or until onion is translucent and tender.
- Stir in quinoa and garlic. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until grains begin to become translucent and brown slightly (they will still be undercooked).
- Stir in salt, pepper and paprika. Add water; cover and cook 15 to 20 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes.
- In medium bowl, beat eggs and milk with whisk until well blended. Stir into quinoa mixture. Add 1 1/2 cups cheese; stir to combine. Pour mixture into baking dish.
- Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until edges begin to brown. To serve, spoon into individual serving bowls; top with additional cheese, sour cream and green onions.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
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Jessica Baloyi
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Kalyango Henric
[email protected]I'm allergic to dairy, so I used a vegan cheese sauce and it was still delicious!
UniverseCatOsu
[email protected]This recipe is a great base for a mac and cheese. I added some cooked chicken and broccoli and it was a complete meal.
Maruf Hasan
[email protected]I tried this recipe and it was a disaster! The quinoa didn't cook evenly and the cheese sauce was too thick.
Alx Babu
[email protected]I was disappointed with this recipe. The quinoa was mushy and the cheese sauce was bland.
Allan Freshking
[email protected]This recipe was easy to make and turned out great! I used a sharp cheddar cheese and it was so flavorful.
Zahoor Sario
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this recipe was actually really good! The cheese sauce was rich and flavorful, and the quinoa added a nice crunch.
Isabella Waterman
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat quinoa. My kids loved the cheesy flavor and didn't even notice the quinoa.
Sobuj Nahar
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
DI Khan
[email protected]This baked quinoa mac and cheese was a hit with my family! The quinoa added a nice nutty flavor and texture, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.