QUINOA MAC N CHEESE

QUINOA MAC N CHEESE image

Provided by Tracy Joyner

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 c quinoa--rinsed and drained
good pinch of salt
few grinds of seasoning salt
2 clove minced garlic
2 large eggs
1 c milk
1 1/2 - 2 c shredded cheddar cheese
optional- crushed red pepper, panko bread crumbs for topping
toppings (optional)- salsa, hot sauce, sour cream, scallions

Steps:

1. combine 1-cup water to each ½ cup of quinoa in a pan. Bring to a full boil for 5 minutes, and then set aside, covered for 15 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 350 F. Coat 13x9 inch dish with cooking spray.
3. Whisk together eggs and milk in large bowl. Fold in quinoa mixture and cheese. Stir very well and let some of the cheese melt.
4. Transfer to prepared baking dish and if using Panko Crumbs or Bread crumbs add now and bake 30-35 mins, until bread crumbs are browned.