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Quinoa
A tiny seed-like grain native to the Andes mountains. Pronounced "keen-wah,"
this small
grain packs a powerhouse of protein and numerous amino acids not normally found
in large
amounts in most whole grains. Quinoa grains are quite delicate, so nature has
coated them
with an oily substance called saponin. If the grain isn't rinsed well, it can
have a bitter taste.
Quinoa has a lovely, nutty taste and cooks quickly making it a great whole grain
addition to
your menus.
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