Ingredients
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1
package NEAR EAST® Rosemary & Olive Oil Quinoa Blend
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1
tablespoon butter or olive oil
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1
cup peeled, cubed (1/2-inch) butternut squash
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1/2
cup chopped red onion
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1
cup apple juice
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3/4
cup water
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1/4
teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2
cup cubed (1/2-inch) apple
Preparation Instructions
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Heat butter in medium saucepan over medium heat; add squash and onion. Cook, stirring frequently 5 minutes or untili lightly browned and tender.
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Add quinoa/brown rice blend, apple juice, water and thyme; bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat to medium-low; add contents of Spice Sack and stir well.
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Boil gently for 12 minutes; stir in apple. Boil 2-5 additional minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
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Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes. FLuff with fork before serving.
About 3 (1-cup) servings
10 Minutes
25 Minutes
Variations
Make this an easy main dish by stirring in 1 cup cooked, diced chicken or turkey in Step 5 before stand time.