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Bulletin, Progressive, Record, Reporter Wednesday, March 30, 2011 15B F,00od on the Table: Qu/'noa Heather Hunsaker Chef foodonthetable.com It is so easy to get stuck in a rut and go to the standard starchy sides such as rice, pasta, and potatoes -- why not change things up a bit? Want something that is nutritious, easy to prepare, and full of flavor all on its own? Try quinoa! Pronounced "keen-wa," quinoa is a nutritious, whole grain that has a fluffy, creamy, slightly crunchy texture as well as a unique nutty flavor when cooked. Quinoa is considered an "ancient" crop since it has been grown and harvested for thousands of years• In fact, quinoa was once called "the gold of the Incas," who recog- nized its health benefits and the valuable increase in the strength and stamina it provided their warriors• Quinoa is commonly con- sidered a grain; however, it is actually a relative of leafy green vegetables such as Swiss chard and spinach. It is a colorful, flowering plant that grows at 12,000 feet above sea level and is native to South America. In areas where it is grown it is com- mon for people to eat the leaves as well as the seeds. Quinoa is gluten free and is full of vitamins and nutrients such as iron, phosphorus, folate, manganese, vitamin B and zinc. Since quinoa is an excel- lent source of protein, provid- ing all eight essential amino acids, it is a powerful food to add to any diet -- especially a vegetarian diet. Because quinoa is easy to prepare, similar to the preparation and cooking of rice, it can be used in a variety of ways. From a delicious side dish, pilaf or stuffing to mixing it in salads, soups and stews, quinoa is very versatile. Next time you are in the rice isle at your local grocery store pick up some quinoa and try this Carrot, Tomato and Spinach Quinoa Pilaf. This pilaf makes a great vege- tarian entree or a wonderful quick side dish on a busy night! Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Serves 2 as an entree and 5 as a side dish 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 medium onion, chopped 1 cup quinoa 2 cups water 1-1/2 teaspoons vegetable bouillon granules 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon dried thyme 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped 1 large tomato, chopped 1 cup baby spinach Carrot, Tomato and Spinach Quinoa Pilaf Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir the onion in the hot oil until translucent, about 3 minutes. Lower the heat, stir in quinoa, and toast, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Stir in the water, bouillon granules, black pepper and thyme. Stir in the carrots. Cover and simmer until all water is absorbed, about 15 more minutes. Turn off the heat, add the tomatoes and spinach, and stir until the spinach is wilted and the tomatoes have given off their moisture, about 2 minutes. Chef Heather attended and graduated from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, but has been developing family friendly meals since she was nine years old in her mother's kitchen. She is an avid crockpotter and knows how to get food on the table in a pinch. She currently serves as a writer and recipe developer for meal planning site foodonthetable.com. Shares available in community ag. program High Altitude Harvest brings Plumas produce to residents Imagine receiving a weekly box of the region's freshest vegetables, fruits and herbs throughout the summer season. That's the promise of Plumas Rural Services' High Altitude Harvest (HAH) community-supported agri- culture (CSA) program, which is now in its second year of operation. What is community- supported agriculture? The High Altitude Harvest CSA is a partnership between farm- ers and consumers. Commu- nity members support the farms through pre-season payment and in exchange get a weekly share of the season's harvest. CSAs work well because farms get a commitment from members, and can plan crops in advance. CSA members get to know their farmers, eat fresh food and learn to cook with the seasons. It's a tasty deal for everyone. A goal of the project is to create a steady market for local farmers, and to en- courage farmers to ramp up production• It is very hard to make a living growing food in this region, because of the small population and short growing season. If community members commit to buying a larger percentage of their food from local farmers, those growers become more viable. Another High Altitude CSA goal is to make locally grown, healthy, delicious food avail- able to everyone, not just middle- and upper-income households. Plumas Rural Services is happy to accept food stamps as payment for shares, and can offer a limited number of partial scholarships to people who meet income guidelines. Improvements made to HAH for the upcoming sea- son include the addition of a Half Produce Share, online sign-up and payment options, a new pickup site in Portola, and a convenient mid-week pickup schedule of Wednes- day evenings. Nuts and bolts HAH is a multi-producer CSA, pooling food from six produce growers, one beef producer and a local bakery. That makes it possible for the program to offer a greater variety of veggies, fruits and herbs throughout the 16-week season, June 15 - Sept. 28. The types and volume of pro- duce varies as the season changes, allowing members to get to know their food at peak season. Here's how it works. A person purchases a Share. Options include Full Produce ($30 per week, $480 for the season), Half Produce ($18/$288) Beefy ($55/$220), Extra Beefy ($88/$352) and Fresh Bread ($4.50/$72). Pay- ment plans are available, and members can opt to split a share with a friend• Members pick up their weekly box of produce, beef and bread -- if purchasing those options -- every Wednesday throughout the season in Quincy, Portola or Greenville. Produce shares include a variety of locally grown vegetables, fruits and herbs each week, grown by Dawn Gardens, Grassfed Gardens, Green Cedar Farms, Greenville High School, Harmony Acres and Sierra Valley Farms. The optional Beef Shares include a selection of grass- fed cuts from Thompson Valley Ranch, and the Fresh Bread Share features special- ty flavors from American Valley Baking. Members also receive a weekly newsletter with the latest from participating farmers, including crop updates, recipes, photos and veggie lore. A little history Elizabeth Powell started the Grassfed Gardens CSA in 2008 with seven members• "It was such a hit that we decided to expand, inviting more growers to participate and serving more members; "> said Powell. Based on last year's suc- cess, the project is doubling share numbers to 60 this year. "The growers love having a steady new market, and mem- bers enjoy the experience of truly seasonal eating." For more information or to join the High Altitude Harvest CSA, call Powell at 283-3611, ext *839, or email food@plumasruralservices. org. The HAH brochure, schol- arship form, and link to the online sign-up and payment form can be found on the Plumas Rural Services website at plumasruralservices.org. Click on "Services" and then on "Community Food Network." Le Panache on YouTube Fans of Le Panache, the Plumas County Chorale, can now find clips of the group on YouTube. Just click on YouTube and then on mountainwench99 and the Plumas County Chorale can be seen perform- ing two selections, "O Bone Jesu" and "Ave Maria," from their June 2010 concert, held in the Plumas County Court- house in Quincy. These selections were taped and edited by Earl Thompson of dramaworks. 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