Quinoa & Brown Rice Blend

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Near East Quinoa Blend Zesty LemonQuinoa, Parboiled Long Grain Brown Rice, Maltodextrin, Olive Oil, Salt, Onions,, Potassium Chloride, Parsley,, Garlic,, Spices, Torula Yeast, Soy Protein, Carrots,, Citric Acid, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Lemon Oil, Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Vinegar, Corn Starch, Soy Sauce (Soybean, Wheat, Salt), Tomato Powder.,Dried.Near East Quinoa Blend Zesty Lemon with Other Natural Flavors. New! A blend of quinoa & brown rice. Fair Trade Certified. Ingredient. At least 40% Fair Trade contents. Per serving. 250 calories. 0. 5g sat fat, 3% DV. 380mg sodium, 16% DV. 1g sugars. 4g fiber, 15% DV. Directions 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 14 to 17 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 and high altitude directions. Variations: For a creative twist add one of the following to the cooked quinoa: 1/2 cup roasted red peppers and 1 tablespoon fresh basil. 1/2 cup steamed asparagus. 1/2 cup gruyere cheese, shredded. 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger and 1/4 cup slivered almonds (add during simmer) . 1 clove minced garlic and 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (add during simmer). 1/2 cup cooked shrimp, chicken or tofu. In preparation, seasoned broth or stock can be substituted for water. 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. High altitude preparation: At high altitudes, increase water to 2 cups and cook time by 5 minutes. Warnings Contains soy and wheat ingredients.

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