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Quinoa risotto

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  • Prep Time15 min
  • Total Time30 min
  • Makes4 servings
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Puffed quinoa

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 2 100-g pkgs shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and sliced

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 2 tsp fresh thyme, divided

  • 1/8 tsp salt

  • 1/4 cup white wine

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 1 cup finely grated parmesan

  • 1/2 cup 35% cream

Instructions

  • COOK quinoa following package directions, about 15 min. Transfer to a bowl to cool slightly.

  • MELT butter in a large pot over medium. Add mushrooms, garlic, 1 tsp thyme and salt. Cook until mushrooms are golden, 3 to 4 min. Stir in wine and water. Boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until saucy, about 3 min.

  • STIR in quinoa, parmesan and cream. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tsp thyme.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 431, Protein 17g, Carbohydrates 32g, Fat 26g, Fibre 5g, Sodium 519mg.

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