Quinoa with Tomatoes and Cheese (Quinoa con Queso)

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Ingredients (16)

  • 1 cup quinoa, well rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 large fresh tomato, cored, chopped (about 1 1/4 cups)
  • 1 roasted, peeled, seeded, and chopped large green chile, either Anaheim or Poblano (optional)*
  • 2 teaspoons tomato paste
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon of dried oregano (or 1/2 teaspoon fresh, finely chopped)
  • 1/4 pound (4 ounces) fresh farmer's cheese, or queso fresco, cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup milk
  • Fresh basil, cilantro, or chives for garnish (optional)
  • *See How to roast chile peppers over a gas flame:

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