Quinoa and Broccoli Casserole

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Saramin (@678sarin)

The quinoa lends a heartiness to the dish while the broccoli provides a punch of green with its crunchy vibrant texture and of course, the cheese just makes everything extra delicious while tying it all together. Try it with supper tonight.

Quinoa and Broccoli Casserole recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
40min

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion)
  • 1/2cup
    Quinoa
  • 1cup
    Chicken Stock
  • 1tbsp
    Unsalted Butter
  • 1tbsp
    Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
  • 1cup
    Milk
  • 1cup
    Aged Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • 1cup
    Broccoli, chopped

How to make Quinoa and Broccoli Casserole

  1. Rinse and drain the quinoa to wash away the bitter outer shell. Use chicken stock to cook it on the stovetop or in a rice cooker.

    Step 1.1: Rinse and drain the quinoa to wash away the bitter outer shell
  2. In a pan, melt the unsalted butter on low heat.

    Step 1.1: In a pan, melt the unsalted butter on low heat
  3. Whisk in the unbleached all-purpose flour for 1-2 minutes to draw out the raw flour taste.

    Step 1.1: Whisk in the unbleached all-purpose flour for 1-2 minutes to draw out the raw flour taste
  4. Slowly pour in the milk. Increase the heat to medium and whisk constantly to prevent lumps. As it cooks, it will thicken.

    Step 1.1: Slowly pour in the milk
  5. Stir in the aged cheddar cheese.

    Step 1.1: Stir in the aged cheddar cheese
  6. Add the broccoli.

    Step 1.1: Add the broccoli
  7. Add the cooked quinoa and mix well.

    Step 1.1: Add the cooked quinoa and mix well
  8. Transfer to a casserole dish and cover with more cheese.

    Step 1.1: Transfer to a casserole dish and cover with more cheese
  9. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 20-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

    Step 1.1: Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 20-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the quinoa is well-rinsed to remove its natural bitterness.

  2. Whisk the flour and butter mixture continuously to avoid lumps.

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My name is Saramin is a culinary enthusiast with a flair for transforming everyday ingredients into delightful, flavour-packed dishes. Passionate about home cooking, Sarin specializes...