Quinoa
Basic recipe – use as a substitute for brown rice or pasta, in soups, or cold in salads.  

1 cup quinoa
2 cups chicken broth (or water)

1.Before cooking, the seeds should be rinsed to remove a bitter-tasting coating called 
saponin.  This is typically already removed when buying quinoa in the U.S., but rinsing 
is still a good idea to remove any residue that may remain on the seeds.  Place quinoa 
in a strainer and rinse thoroughly, watching for soapy suds which should be washed away.

2.Put in a pot and dry toast until a few grains begin to pop (this is an optional step, 
but enhances the nutty flavor).  Add the chicken broth or water, bring to a boil, cover 
and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.  Remove from heat and 
let stand for 10 minutes.  Fluff with a fork.