2 c. cooked quinoa
1 c. apple juice concentrate
1/2 c. raisins
1 c. chopped water chestnuts
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
Grated zest of 1 lemon
Pinch of ground cinnamon
1 kiwi fruit for garnish

In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa, apple juice concentrate, raisins, water chestnuts, vanilla, lemon zest, and cinnamon. Cover pan and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

Slice kiwi fruit. Divide pudding among 5 dessert dishes and top with kiwi fruit slices. Makes 5 servings.

Quinoa (pronounced Keen-wa) has the texture of whole cereal grains but, like buckwheat, is actually the fruit of an annual herb. It's available in most large health food stores and in some supermarkets.

To prepare 2 cups of cooked quinoa: Thoroughly rinse 1/2 cup quinoa and drain. Combine quinoa with 1/2 cup water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Cover pan, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until water is completely absorbed and grain is translucent.