BAKED QUINOA CASSEROLE WITH PERUVIAN POTATOES AND CHEESE

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Baked Quinoa Casserole with Peruvian Potatoes and Cheese image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 leeks, white part only, cleaned and sliced
2 cloves garlic, peeled and diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
4 eggs
3/4 cup low-fat milk
1 cup quinoa, cooked
1 1/2 cups grated smoked cheddar cheese
1 pound Peruvian potatoes, unpeeled, diced and steamed
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Oil a 2-quart gratin dish.
  • In a saute pan over medium heat, heat olive oil and add leeks. Saute, stirring, until they become tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to cook, stirring, for another minute. Add the peppers and cook, covered, for 5 to 10 more minutes, until peppers are tender, yet crisp. Remove pepper mixture for the heat.
  • In a bowl, beat eggs and milk. Stir in the quinoa and add cheese, potatoes, pepper mixture, salt, pepper and thyme. Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake for about 35 to 45 minutes, until the top is golden brown. Let mixture rest about 5 minutes before serving

Jose Roman
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The Peruvian potatoes and cheese made it really tasty.


Meczi Johnson
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great vegetarian meal.


Rj Rony
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it.


Mpumelelo Gwaqaza
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This dish was a hit with my family! They loved the cheesy quinoa and the crispy potatoes.


the pufferfish king
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I'm always looking for new quinoa recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It was easy to make and very flavorful.


Shakir Ali
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This casserole was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The Peruvian potatoes were a great addition.


Nadeem Shahwar
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Overall, this was a good recipe. I would definitely make it again, but I would make a few changes.


Summer Jee
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I would try a simpler quinoa casserole next time.


Md Mamun Islam
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The casserole was a bit dry. I think I would add some more liquid next time, maybe some broth or milk.


Sk Rahin
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This dish was a little bland for my taste. I think I would add some more spices next time.


Cherie Cornwell
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The Peruvian potatoes and cheese made it really tasty.


Ibrahim Motunrayõ
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This recipe was easy to follow and the casserole turned out great! I used a different type of cheese than the recipe called for, but it still turned out delicious.


Samim Sorde
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the fact that it was a vegetarian dish, so everyone could enjoy it.


Rao Iqrar
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey. The Peruvian potatoes were a nice touch and added a bit of extra flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty a


Rifat Gaming Bangla
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook quinoa, and this recipe was a great find. The casserole was easy to make and very flavorful. I especially liked the addition of the Peruvian potatoes.


Brown Lewis
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This quinoa casserole was a hit with my family! The Peruvian potatoes added a unique flavor and the cheese melted perfectly on top. I will definitely be making this again.