Safe Handling Instructions: This product is not ready-to-eat and must be thoroughly cooked before eating to prevent illness from potential bacteria in the product. Do not eat or play with raw product; wash hands, utensils, and surfaces after handling. Range Top Directions: 1. In medium saucepan, bring quinoa and brown rice blend, 2 cups water, and 1 teaspoon olive oil to a boil. 2. Turn heat to a medium boil, add contents of Spice Sack and mix well. 3. Boil gently with lid on for 19-22 minutes until water is absorbed. 4. Remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving. About 2-1/2 cups prepared. High Altitude Preparation: At high altitudes, increase water to 2-1/4 cups and cook time by 5-10 minutes. Low Fat Directions: Follow package directions, except omit olive oil. (See Nutrition Facts for sodium content.) Microwave Directions: 1. In round 2-quart microwaveable glass casserole, combine quinoa and brown rice blend, 2 cups water, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and contents of Spice Sack. 2. Cover; microwave at high for 6 minutes. Stir. 3. Cover; microwave at high for 9 to 12 minutes or until all water is absorbed. (Microwave ovens may vary. Adjust times as needed.) 4. Let stand about 5 minutes. 5. Fluff lightly with fork before serving.

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