Spanish Rice Using Quinoa - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 cup quinoa (rinsed numerous time)
1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes, diced
2 -3 minced garlic cloves
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne

Preparation

Depending on your preference, blend the canned or fresh tomatoes in a blender to remove chunks.
Add water to tomatoes so you have 1 1/2 cups liquid (tomatoes + water).
Add well rinsed quinoa, water/tomato mixture and garlic to a sauce pan and heat to boiling.
Lower heat & simmer for 15-20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
Add remaining ingredients & mix well.
Salt as needed.