Submitted by: Dee
Recipe Ingredients:
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1 pkg.
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frozen peas
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1 1/2
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Vadalia onions
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1 cup
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<a href="/cookingbaking/grains/quinoa/white.html">quinoa</a> (uncooked)
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butter and/or oil to carmelize onions
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Cooking Directions: |
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Cook <a href="/cookingbaking/grains/quinoa/white.html">quinoa</a> in 2 Cups of liquid (water or bouillion). Simmer for 15 - 20 minutes covered.
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Caramelize onions:
Slice onions into 1/4-inch wide rings or chop onions.
Heat butter or combination of butter and oil in heavy skillet.
Add onions and a small amount of sugar (optional) and slowly cook over medium heat.
Cook until onions are caramel colored, stirring often, 30 to 40 minutes.
For more flavor, add a touch of vinegar at the end of cooking, stirring to deglaze the pan.
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3.
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Add frozen peas to onions and cook another 8 minutes.
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4.
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Add peas and onions to cooked <a href="/cookingbaking/grains/quinoa/white.html">quinoa</a>.
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Organic Quinoa
Organic quinoa is a light, fluffy, gluten-free seed that feels and tastes more like a grain. Packed with protein, fiber, iron and antioxidants, quinoa is a super nutritious and tasty food.
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