Confession time here: For years I avoided cooking with whole grains. There was just such a tinge of sacrifice I associated with them. They seemed like food for penance, not pleasure. “Eat them, ...

Quinoa and corn are a natural combo. They not only pair well tastewise — with quinoa’s soft texture and mild, earthy flavor and corn’s sweet, juicy kernels — they are both staples of traditional ...

Most of us are used to looking at a dinner plate with at least two and sometimes three things to eat. It's the "meat and two veg" approach and, to be honest, it's exhausting. It's hard enough to get ...

Bring quinoa and broth to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is soft; let cool. In small bowl, mix olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, cilantro, red pepper ...

A colorful side that works with almost any summer-inspired meal, this quinoa salad, from former Food columnist Russ Parsons, packs a lot of fresh flavors in just a little time. Toss cooked quinoa with ...

Called a "superfood" for it's concentration of nutrients — it's a great source of manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, folate, and vitamin B1 — quinoa is also gluten free, packed with protein, and a ...

Quinoa and corn are a natural combo. They not only pair well tastewise — with quinoa's soft texture and mild, earthy flavor and corn's sweet, juicy kernels — they are both staples of traditional ...

When I invite people to a party these days, the RSVPs usually come with a list of dietary restrictions. I want to make something that everyone can enjoy, whether it be vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy ...

The only thing difficult about quinoa is its pronunciation. Quinoa, KEEN-wah, cooks up fast and easy. Boil it in water or broth; times vary, but recipes generally suggest about 10 to 18 minutes. Then ...

Quinoa and corn are a natural combo. They not only pair well tastewise — with quinoa’s soft texture and mild, earthy flavor and corn’s sweet, juicy kernels — they are both staples of traditional ...