It was the staple food of the Aztecs, but this tiny pale-golden seed isn't well know in the United States. Too bad- it's a nutrient powerhouse. A cup has about nine grams of protein; lots of nutrients like iron, calcium, and magnesium; cholesterol-lowering phytosterols; and a complete amino-acid profile. Cook it just like rice-- 2 parts water to 1 part grain
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