Quinoa pilaf with pine nuts

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Spread nuts in a single layer on an unoiled baking sheet.
3. 3
   Bake for 3-5 minutes, or until slightly deepened in color.
4. 4
   Set aside.
5. 5
   In a heavy saucepan, saute onions and garlic in oil until softened.
6. 6
   Add bell pepper, cumin and coriander; continue to saute for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. 7
   While vegetables cook, place quinoa in a fine sieve and rinse well under cold running water for 1-2 minutes.
8. 8
   Add rinsed quinoa and water to saucepan, cover tightly and simmer gently for 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Stir in basil and corn, and cook 5-10 minutes longer, or until quinoa is tender.
10. 10
    Stir to fluff it, add salt and pepper to taste and top with toasted pine nuts.