Quinoa Pilaf - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 cup quinoa
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 scallions, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/2 cups boiling water
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup dried cherries (1-1/2 ounces)
1/4 cup chopped pecans or 1/4 cup walnuts (1 ounce)

Preparation

Place quinoa in a colander and rinse under cold running water.
Drain well.
In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
Add scallions and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes or until scallions are tender.
Stir in quinoa and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly toasted.
Add boiling water, salt, and pepper.
Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 20 to 25 minutes or until quinoa is tender.
Stir in cherries and pecans.