Quinoa with Fried Onions

• quinoa
• 1 cup water
• 2 medium onions
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated Parmesan cheese
• Ground black pepper

1. 1.
2. Rinse the quinoa under cold running water until the water turns clear.
3. 2.
4. In a 2-quart saucepan, combine the quinoa and water.
5. Simmer over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa begins to soften.
6. Remove from the heat and drain.
7. 3.
8. Meanwhile, peel the onions and cut into 1/8" to 1/4" slices.
9. Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
10. Add the onions and cook for about 10 minutes, or until they soften and brown.
11. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, as necessary to prevent burning.
12. 4.
13. In a medium bowl, combine the quinoa, onions, parsley, cheese, and pepper to taste.
14. Toss well.
15. Serve as a side dish.

quinoa, water, onions, olive oil, parsley, parmesan cheese, ground black pepper

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/quinoa-with-fried-onions-108803 (may not work)