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Cheesy Mushroom & Roasted Garlic Quinoa

This Cheesy Mushroom and Roasted Garlic Quinoa is full of creamy, cheesy, deliciousness.  Not only is it a gluten free, vegetarian side dish.  It is pure indulgence.
4.37 from 25 votes
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Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: quinoa recipe, vegetarian recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 347kcal
Author: Nicole Harris

Ingredients

  • 6 oz Baby Bella Mushrooms - Cut into large pieces crimini
  • 1 Tablespoon Chopped Roasted Garlic 10-12 Roasted Garlic Cloves
  • 4 Tablespoons Salted Butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1/4 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 Cups Cooked White Quinoa cook quinoa according to package directions
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

  • Melt butter in 3 quart pot over medium heat.
  • Add mushrooms to pot and cook 4 minutes. Stir frequently.
  • Add garlic, salt, pepper and thyme. Cook 2 minutes. Stir frequently.
  • Reduce heat to medium/low. Add cream, quinoa and parmesan.
  • Heat and stir until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Notes

Yields approximately 3 cups.
Add chicken for a delicious dinner option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 539mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g
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