It’s got tons and tons of basil. My very favorite summer herb. As if you did not notice.
It’s also loaded with tons and tons of sweet grape tomatoes. Another summer favorite of mine. In fact, they are my favorite variety of tomatoes. Okay, well actually I think I like heirloom tomatoes the most…. But of course, I can never, ever find them and when I do? I totally can not afford them.
So I pretty much always go for the cute little grape tomatoes. They never fail me.
So I am on a bit of a quinoa kick. I think most of the world is. It’s quick, it’s good, it’s hearty and it’s healthy.
But I went and made it so much better today.
I combined it with fresh tomatoes, basil, a little cream and a lot of cheese.
Then I melted that cheese in the oven. Yes, the oven. Trust me this is worth turning the oven on for, plus it is only a short cooking time. Just a few minutes under the broiler and you have ooey gooey cheesy quinoa. Like a melty caprese pasta, but with quinoa. It’s a pretty good twist.
It’s so good. Plus simple, easy and so quick. Just what every Monday needs.
Oh, and apparently I feel Monday needs lots of photos too.
Photos are easier on the brain anyway. It’s a good way to ease into the week.
Oh, and so is cheese, lots and lots of cheese – Creamy Caprese Quinoa Bake!
