Everywhere I go I see quinoa all around and hear how good it is. What is it the hype about? First of all, when you search quinoa there is a proliferation of bloggers discussing it and not a lot of what I would call “research” on it. I wanted to understand how this could be good for you?!
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One trick to cooking quinoa is to pre-wash it. You should soak it for a few minutes and then rinse it in a colander. Doing this makes it taste less nutty. I boil the quinoa in a home made veggie broth (meat free). You can always cook it in chicken stock. Continue reading Quinoa
I would categorize kale as a super food. Kale and members of the Brassica family, are rich in many minerals and vitamins. It has anti-viral nutrients, rich with anti-oxidants such as polyphenolic flavonoid, vitamins A,B-6, C, K, and minerals. Scientists have found that these foods can help support and lower the risk of stroke, coronary heart disease, inflammation and oxidative stress. Continue reading Make ahead, kale and quinoa Salad
