Baked Quinoa & Cheese

• 1- 1/2 cup Quinoa, Uncooked
• 3 cups Water
• 18 teaspoons Salt
• 8 ounces, weight Shredded Low-fat Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• 23 cups Evaporated Milk Or Half And Half
• 5 Tablespoons Smart Balance Original Butter Spread
• 1/4 cups Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs

1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
2. Place the quinoa in a mesh strainer and rinse with cold water for about 2 minutes.
3. Place the quinoa, water and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
4. Cover with a lid, reduce the heat, and simmer until cooked, about 20 to 25 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and allow to cool just a bit.
6. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cheese, evaporated milk and butter spread.
7. Pour into a 2-quart casserole dish and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top.
8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and breadcrumbs have turned a golden brown.
9. Serve warm.

quinoa, water, salt, cheddar cheese, milk, butter, italian seasoned breadcrumbs

Taken from tastykitchen.com/recipes/main-courses/baked-quinoa-cheese/ (may not work)