John Westfield

I'm a lifelong cooking enthusiast with a special love for strange and underused ingredients. I hope this blog helps open your mind to more of the wonderful edible treasures around us.

How to cook quinoa perfectly vegan?

🌱Cauliflower+pinto bean chili (oil-free, gluten-free)🌱 This turned out super delicious friends. Serve with rice, pasta or quinoa. 😋Hope you make it! Hope you have a fantastic Tuesday 🎈. 🌱Recipe: In heated saucepan, cook 1 large finely chopped onion and 4 minced garlic cloves in a little vegetable broth (or olive oil or splash water) until …

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Is quinoa ok for dogs?

Fortunately, yes, our canine companions can eat quinoa. It isn’t toxic to them, so, it’s completely safe to feed your dog quinoa. In fact, it is an ingredient in a lot of high-quality dry dog foods that you can purchase from a pet store near you. To start, yes, dogs can eat quinoa. Quinoa is …

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Are quinoa complete protein?

Quinoa is considered a whole grain. It is the seed of a leafy plant related to spinach. Although most plant-based foods do not contain complete proteins containing all of the essential amino acids, quinoa is a complete protein. This makes quinoa a particularly beneficial food for those who do not eat animal products. Why is …

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Can quinoa get bugs?

, and it’s real. There are bugs in rice and quinoa., and it’s nature. Just like sometimes you will buy an organic romaine and find bugs and dirt. You’ve just got to wash it. Quinoa can go bad if poorly stored. As said, keeping the grains dry is vital. If in the pantry, make a …

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