With the growing trend towards plant-based
food, vegetarian and vegan diets,
we were excited to "discover" The Complete Quinoa Cookbook by Catherine Gill
published by Hatherleigh
Press, as a great motivator to learn more about this highly
nutritious whole-grain that is rich in protein, dietary fiber,
minerals and vitamins. Who knew quinoa (pronounced KEEN-waa) was
so fabulous? Catherine Gill's book is filled with valuable information and over
100 recipes that cover the gamut from Breakfast to Desserts. Now that is
something to cheer about.
We must admit that prior to
reading Catherine Gill's tasty quinoa cookbook, we had tried eating quinoa
plain and we cannot say that we had exactly been fans of this highly nutritious
grain. Educational information, and lots of fabulous recipes in Catherine's
cookbook provided us with more than enough reasons to give quinoa another chance
and it turned our heads around in a positive manner. We learned that eating
healthy could be delicious as well as nutritionally satisfying.
For The Complete Quinoa Cookbook
"perfect for vegan & plant-based diets," Catherine Gill, author of
The Dirty Vegan Cookbook and The Complete Hummus Cookbook, begins with a
preface that introduces the reader to quinoa; what it is, its history, the diverse
types, nutritional informational, and more. Armed with knowledge about this
culinary darling, the cookbook continues with tempting and creative recipes
designed to inspire.
Recipe chapters include Breakfast,
Appetizers and Snacks, Lunch and Dinner, Side Dishes, and Desserts. There
are wonderful recipes in each of the chapters that gradually introduce quinoa
into your diet. A few of the tempting recipes in the Breakfast chapter
include Quinoa Pancakes, and Chewy Almond Quinoa Granola Bars.
In the Appetizers and Snacks
chapter, Quinoa Veggie Burgers, Easy Quinoa Poutine, Pan-Fried
Quinoa Cakes, and Homemade Quinoa Crackers, are a few of the many
highlights. In the Lunch and Dinner chapter, a few of the highlights
include Quinoa Crust Pizza, Gumbo with Quinoa, and Quinoa
Baked Ziti Casserole. In the Side Dishes, tempting recipes include Elegant
Quinoa Salad Stuffed Avocado, Teriyaki Quinoa Stir Fry Side, and Mini
Quinoa Easter Pies.
In the Desserts chapter, Catherine
shines with her recipes that are a treat for the sweet lover. There are recipes
for Quinoa & Oatmeal Cookies, Quinoa Pudding, Quinoa Pecan
Pie, and Quinoa Fruit Tea Cake Loaf, to name but a few.
The Complete Quinoa Cookbook
by Catherine Gill and Hatherleigh Press graciously share a recipe for Quinoa
Fruit Tea Cake Loaf (page 190 in the Dessert chapter of the cookbook) to
tempt your palate.
Quinoa Fruit Tea Cake Loaf
Serves: 8-10
"Yes, there is a fruit cake in
this book. But given that this one is British and has tea in it, it's not
exactly like the classic fruit cake that everyone gives a hard time. Note that
if you are planning to serve this to people who are non-adults or are caffeine
sensitive, use herbal tea or just plump up the dried fruit using boiled water.
When I make this in the morning for overnight guests, I always soak my dried
fruits in water so that everyone can enjoy it (and you can always serve the
cake loaf slices alongside a cup of English tea - it's quite the pairing!"
Ingredients:
1
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Tablespoon
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Extra
Virgin Olive Oil
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0.25
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Cup
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Dry
Quinoa
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1
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Cup
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English
Breakfast Tea, strongly brewed or 1 cup boiled water
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1
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Cup
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Minced
Dried Fruit
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0.5
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Cup
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Sugar
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1
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Tablespoon
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Jam or Preserves,
any flavor
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1
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Cup
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All-Purpose
Flour
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2
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Teaspoons
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Baking
Powder
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1
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Teaspoon
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Ground
Cinnamon
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2
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Tablespoons
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Water
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Method: Preheat the oven to
35o degrees Fahrenheit and grease a loaf pan. Soak dried fruit in tea while
preparing the rest of the recipe. In a medium-sized saucepan on medium heat,
heat olive oil and add quinoa. Stir quinoa frequently until add quinoa has
popped and transfer to a large mixing bowl; combine fruit and tea mixture,
sugar, jam, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and water. Transfer batter to
greased loaf pan and bake for 60 minutes or until cake tester comes out
cleanly. Allow to cool for 20-30 minutes before removing from pan.
Tip from Catherine Gill: "You
will like this one, trust me. Just serve it buttered like you would serve a
slice of pumpkin loaf. I like to use California raisins, golden raisins, and
dried cranberries in mine, but the possibilities are endless with the number of
delicious, dried fruits available."
Eating well can still be
delicious! Happy cooking!
The Complete Quinoa Cookbook
by Catherine Gill was published by Hatherleigh Press and distributed by Penguin Random House,
LLC.
The Complete Quinoa Cookbook
by Catherine Gill
ISBN: 978-1-57826-883-2
$20 USA, $24 Canada
Websites where you purchase The
Complete Quinoa Cookbook by Catherine Gill: Hatherleigh Press and Amazon
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