QUINOA STUFFING WITH LEEKS, WALNUTS AND CHERRIES

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I found this on a hunt for a gluten free stuffing that would appeal to a wide audience. It is delicious and was much enjoyed by all. It originates from Cooking Light, NOVEMBER 2006. Love that magazine! I subsituted dried cranberries for the cherries with great success. Note: We use no added salt in our household, so be sure to taste test and see if you want to add any.

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Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup quinoa
2 cups chicken or 2 cups vegetable broth, fat-free, less-sodium
cooking spray
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups leeks, thinly sliced (about 3/4 pound)
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 teaspoon dried rubbed sage
4 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • Prepare quinoa according to package directions, using broth instead of water. When it is done cooking and all broth has been absorbed, fluff with fork.
  • Meanwhile, spray a skillet with cooking spray and then add the butter.
  • Melt butter over medium high heat. Once melted, add leeks, celery, pepper, and sage.
  • Saute until leeks and celery are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Combine veggie mixture and quinoa. Stir in cherries and walnuts.
  • Heat through just before serving.

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