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Near East Quinoa Blend is a delicious addition to your pantry. It's simple to prepare so you can get dinner on the table quickly. This Near East brown rice is a versatile solid food that you can modify with meat, asparagus, cheese and other fixings. It contains at least 40 percent Fair Trade materials, which means that the harvesters are paid a living wage for their service. It's a good source of iron and has no cholesterol.

Microwave Directions: 

1. In round 2-quart microwaveable glass casserole, combine quinoa/brown rice blend, contents of spice sack, 1-3/4 cups water, and 1 teaspoon olive oil.

2. Cover; microwave at High for 6 minutes. Mix.

3. Cover; microwave at High for 6 to 10 minutes or until all water is absorbed.

4. Let stand 5 minutes.

5. Fluff lightly with fork before serving *Microwave ovens may vary. Adjust times as needed. 

Range Top Directions: 

1. In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa brown rice blend, 1 teaspoon olive oil and 2 cups water to a boil.

2. Turn heat to medium boil, add contents of Spice Sack and mix well.

3. Boil gently with lid on for 19–22 minutes until water is absorbed.

4. Remove from heat. Let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving. 

High Altitude Preparation: At high altitudes, increase water to 2 cups and cook time by 5 minutes.