Near East Roasted Red Pepper & Basil Quinoa Blend 4.9 Ounce Box

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Near East Quinoa Blend Roasted Red Pepper & BasilQuinoa, Precooked Parboiled Long Grain Brown Rice, Red Bell Pepper,, Salt, Yeast Extract, Garlic Powder, Maltodextrin, Tomato Powder, Basil,, Onion Powder, Sugar, Natural Flavor (Contains Soy and Wheat), Citric Acid, Black Pepper.,Dried.Near East Roasted Red Pepper & Basil Quinoa Blend. A blend of quinoa & brown rice. With other natural flavors. Fair Trade Certified ingredient. At least 40% fair trade contents. Per serving: 260 calories. 0g sat fat 0% DV. 400mg sodium 17% DV. 1g sugars. 4g fiber 17% DV. Directions Microwave directions:1. In round 2-quart microwaveable glass casserole, combine quinoa/brown rice blend, contents of Spice Sack, 1-3/4 cups water, and 1 teaspoon olive oil.2. Cover; microwave at high for 6 minutes. Mix.3. Cover; microwave at high for 6 to 10 minutes or until all water is absorbed.4. Let stand 5 minutes.5. Fluff lightly with fork before serving.*Microwave ovens may vary. Adjust times as needed.Alternative preparation:Follow package directions, except omit olive oil. (See nutrition information for sodium content.) High altitude preparation:At high altitudes, increase water to 2 cups and cook time by 5 minutes.Range top directions:1. In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa/ brown rice blend, 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1 - 3/4 cups water to a boil.2. Turn heat to a medium boil, add contents of spice sack and mix well.3. Boil gently for 19 to 22 minutes until water is absorbed.4. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.See side panel for microwave, low fat and high altitude directions.Variations:For a creative twist add one of the following to the simmering quinoa.1 clove garlic (finely diced) and 1/4 cup pine nuts.1/4 cup Gorgonzola cheese (crumbled), 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (sliced) and 1/4 cup fennel (diced).1/4 cup chick peas and 1/4 cup Sauteed sliced baby Portobello mushrooms.1/2 cup cooked diced chicken or tofu.In preparation, seasoned broth, stock or tomato juice can be substituted for water. Warnings Contains soy and wheat ingredients.

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