Step 1

Add the quinoa to a fine-mesh sieve and rinse under cold water for about 1 minute. This helps to remove the tannins that can make quinoa taste bitter.

Step 2

Add the 1 cup water to a medium pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to medium-high and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender. (Add 1/4-1/2 cup additional water if the water is absorbed but the quinoa is not yet fully tender.

Step 3

Turn off the heat. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add quinoa to a blender. Blend, adding a small amount of liquid at a time, until the mixture is very smooth. It may take a minute.

Step 5

Stir in cinnamon and/or fruit puree if desired. Thin out with additional liquid as desired.

Step 6

(To serve this with a thicker, more textured consistency, simply place a small amount of the cooked quinoa into a bowl, add some nondairy milk, breastmilk, or formula and add cinnamon and fruit as desired. For kids over age 1, you can drizzle on a little honey, maple syrup, or nut butter too.)