My good blogging friend Shelley said I should blog on this one so here it is....
Erin has gotten me hooked on eating quinoa, which, as a grain, has a very high protein content (12-18%), has a balanced set of essential amino acids, is gluten-free, and has a very low glycemic index. It is similar to rice in that it needs to be simmered for about 15-20 minutes (it tastes bitter if you don't cook it). It is a lot like oatmeal when cooked, and tastes pretty good alone (and better with a bit of cinnamon or other seasoning).
The best part is that it's dirt cheap - $1.89/lb for ORGANIC quinoa - try buying a pound of anything organic anywhere for less than that. An average breakfast is 1/2 cup, so a pound lasts quite awhile. You might have to go to your local food co-op to find it, as grocery stories might not have it (but it's good to support your local food co-op!)
My healthy eating/lower spending food tip of the day.
Oh, and HOLY COW, gas just went up to $3.42 - is it finally time to take alternative energy sources seriously?
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Yeah - you know that gas prices are high when Ryan talks about getting up early so we can carpool. :) Thanks for the info on the quinoa! I'll have to get up earlier in the morning to make it for breakfast, but it sounds damn tasty. :)
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