Creamy Quinoa Primavera

Quinoa is a healthy super food!

1 1/2 C. uncooked quinoa
3 C. chicken or vegetable broth
4oz. cream cheese
1 T. chopped fresh basil
1 T. butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 C. thinly sliced fresh veggies, such as mushrooms, onions, peppers, asparagus, zucchini, summer squash, or pea pods
3 T. grated Romano or Parmesan cheese

Rinse quinoa thoroughly; drain. Bring quinoa and broth to boil in saucepan; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 20-25 minutes or until broth is absorbed.

While quinoa is cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook garlic in butter for about one minute, stirring frequently, until golden. Stir in vegetables. Cook about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir cream cheese and basil into cooked quinoa. Toss vegetables with quinoa mixture and sprinkle with cheese.

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