Cinnamon-Scented Breakfast Quinoa

Directions

1. 1.

   Wash quinoa in several changes of water in a bowl, rubbing grains and letting them settle before pouring off water (if quinoa does not settle, drain in a large fine-mesh sieve after each rinse), until water is clear.

2. 2.

   Drain washed quinoa well in a large fine-mesh sieve.

3. 3.

   Combine all ingredients in a heavy medium saucepan and bring to a boil, covered. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.

4. 4.

   Remove pan from heat and let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and keep covered to keep warm. Remove cinnamon sticks.

5. 5.

   Divide quinoa among bowls and top with walnuts, maple syrup or honey, milk, and sea salt.