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It did take a longer time than stated to cook all of the broth out but this recipe made me fall in love with this healthy grain! Thanks for sharing it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-03-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Angela W","givenName":"Angela","familyName":"W"},"reviewBody":"I used more carrots and more onions, so that I could count this as a starch and a veggie, and it was blah. It definitely needs something green (like in the picture) and needs something more for flavor. 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This side dish is easy to make and is great for serving with a more flavorful main dish. It has a simple flavor that compliments the rest of the meal.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"04\/26\/2018 00:15","GUID":"113109b553a145228c4b1b92ab56eb91","MemberId":7112115,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tammycookblogsbooks","SubmittedDate":"04\/26\/2018 00:15"},{"Comment":"
Super bland--was disappointed. I agree with some of the other reviewers--it definitely is in need of something more. Kinda annoyed now that I see there are green onions in the picture, but the recipe never called for any, so I didn't make it that way. Maybe that would have given it more flavor.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"04\/24\/2015 15:57","GUID":"b021d26b50184cc1abf4c6867bafdcdb","MemberId":4046105,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"rmbarr059","SubmittedDate":"04\/24\/2015 15:57"},{"Comment":"
Good Day! Am *new* to Quinoa vs. starchy *stuff*, Truly hoping to acquaint **new TOH Friends* in this manner, J.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"06\/03\/2014 10:24","GUID":"7cb71fbb68b5495cb8adefc7f9c2bcb6","MemberId":2694585,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Joscy","SubmittedDate":"06\/03\/2014 10:23"},{"Comment":"
I used two small-medium size carrots (we like carrots!). It can easily be adapted with other veggies. It was very easy and yummy - thanks for sharing!<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"","GUID":"7d671d528d04453cba949b5f845e6d40","MemberId":6007790,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"IslandWife","SubmittedDate":"01\/15\/2014 18:46"},{"Comment":"
I make this frequently when I want to change up the side dish habit away from potatoes or rice. I've also diced up broccoli and zucchini to add in. I also replaced the 1\/4 cup of water with a 1\/4 of white wine or chicken broth.<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"08\/06\/2013 12:01","GUID":"8c483b3c6eed476e80c530bfe823e8de","MemberId":5553624,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"JBoomsma","SubmittedDate":"08\/06\/2013 12:01"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"07\/07\/2013 14:49","GUID":"b2e21540d63643028d5080a97c2b3141","MemberId":5604566,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"pirate dan","SubmittedDate":"07\/07\/2013 14:49"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"01\/06\/2013 20:55","GUID":"0c10dcf2e1604270bb8e68a94a7c62ed","MemberId":2387535,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"shorty_cheryl","SubmittedDate":"01\/06\/2013 20:55"},{"Comment":"
I love quinoa! It is so versatile and healthy. You can add anything to it. I have added every vegetable in my fridge to it, mixed it with vegetable, chicken and beef broth. It's great as a side or as a main course, with or without meat.<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"12\/24\/2012 09:39","GUID":"4e7d5ddd4df447c0a10711d60c10118a","MemberId":7054304,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"ohbladee","SubmittedDate":"12\/24\/2012 09:38"},{"Comment":"
Very easy to make and went perfect with some steaks we had.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"09\/20\/2012 19:02","GUID":"1bb91da2367e44b8875a0968af030a3c","MemberId":6114676,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"carsonish","SubmittedDate":"09\/20\/2012 19:02"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"08\/23\/2012 21:42","GUID":"7152543FF709E3294D861D34C3089611","MemberId":174050,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"s_pants","SubmittedDate":"08\/23\/2012 21:42"},{"Comment":"
Tried this recipe for my first attempt at ever making or eating Quinoa. I used baby carrots in the recipe (thats what I had on hand) and I thought it was delicious. A good base recipe to add things too like green scallions or whatnot. It did take a longer time than stated to cook all of the broth out but this recipe made me fall in love with this healthy grain! Thanks for sharing it!<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"02\/10\/2012 11:20","GUID":"3c74d18f76b248c399d70452aad6a630","MemberId":5346421,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Becca611","SubmittedDate":"02\/10\/2012 11:20"},{"Comment":"
I used more carrots and more onions, so that I could count this as a starch and a veggie, and it was blah. It definitely needs something green (like in the picture) and needs something more for flavor. Not sure what, but will probably try again.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"03\/24\/2011 21:43","GUID":"55834807e1c34c1f985473c35cf261ff","MemberId":5898858,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Angela W","SubmittedDate":"03\/24\/2011 21:43"},{"Comment":"
This needed something. It was very bland. It needs fresh herbs and more vegetables.<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"05\/25\/2010 11:13","GUID":"02e232771dd04bf48a06232b45e0efdb","MemberId":1965911,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"dkatie9","SubmittedDate":"05\/25\/2010 11:13"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"04\/22\/2009 05:01","GUID":"7aa101f56f0e44c79fd3b2aeb8b1f445","MemberId":1655470,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"bwsuth","SubmittedDate":"04\/22\/2009 05:01"},{"Comment":"
The correct pronunciation of Quinoa is keen-wah.<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"","GUID":"537b7f4c2e7b4857b93fda0541f33ffb","MemberId":3518780,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"sanwal","SubmittedDate":"10\/25\/2008 11:34"}]},"breadcrumb":[],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Quinoa Pilaf"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n