happy new year! here's a quick recipe to get you started on the right track in 2011. . .weather you made a resolution to eat better, be organized, or save money quinoa* cakes are a great way to start your new year and your morning!
quinoa cakes
1 c. pre cooked quinoa
3/4 c. all purpose flour (you can use 1/2 all purpose + 1/4 whole wheat)
2 t. baking powder
1 lg. egg + 1 lg. egg white
1 T. unsalted butter, melted
1/4 c. low fat milk
2 T. maple syrup
in medium bowl, whisk quinoa through baking powder together. in separate bowl, whisk egg through syrup until smooth. add egg mixture to flour mixture and whisk to combine. lightly coat skillet with butter and heat over medium high. drop batter by heaping tablespoon full into skillet. cook until bubbles appear, 2 minutes. flip and cook until golden brown on underside. repeat with remaining batter (adding butter as needed). serve with fresh fruit. makes about 12-15
*freeze leftovers between sheets of waxed paper in ziploc bags up to month. reheat in toaster
quinoa cakes make a great snack for yourself and the kiddos, too. quinoa is a grain that while gluten free it also a complete protein.
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