Alter Eco Organic Red Heirloom™ Quinoa -- 12 oz

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Alter Eco Organic Red Heirloom™ Quinoa Description Organically Grown / Fairly Traded / Hand-Cultivated Royal Heirloom ~ Taste the Difference Nutty, Flavorful Supergrain of the Andes Gluten-Free A Good Source of Protein & Fiber USDA Organic Fair for Life Fair Trade Gone 4Good™ Compostable Package The Real Quinoa There's only one "quinoa real," or royal quinoa, and it's grown on Bolivia's arid, volcanic Salar De Uyuni salt flat. Revered by ancient Incas as "chisaya mama" (chees-sa-waya ma-ma) or mother grain," this heirloom nutrition source is fluffier, nuttier and without the bitterness so common to lesser grades. Just one spoonful, and you'll see why it should be the only quinoa that graces your plate.   Nourishing Foodie, Farmer and Field 100% Traceable Ingredients / 211 villages building a Prosperous Future / 71,000 llamas for Healthy Soils   We believe in the power of food. Eating heirloom, organic and non-GMO keeps families healthy and strong. Fair and direct trade sustains farmers and ecosystems. And delivering food with zero waste and carbon insetting will mean a brighter future for us all.   Gluten-Free / A Good Source of Protein & Fiber / Whole Grain 8 Essential Amino Acids / An Excellent Source of Folate & Phosphorous Directions Cooking Directions 1 cup quinoa + 1½ cups liquid = 4 servings   Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear. Place quinoa and water or stock in a medium saucepan.   Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until liquid is absorbed and germ has spiraled out, about 20 minutes.   Flavor tip: Before adding liquid, sauté quinoa in pan with a dash of olive oil until slightly toasted, about five minutes. Fr