Quinoa Plus Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups quinoa, washed and toasted (see Quinoa-Toasted)
• 1 1/2 cups wild rice, washed
• 4 1/2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup water
• 8 slices turkey bacon, chopped
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and grated
• 3 stalks celery, peeled and chopped (peel ribbed side like a carrot)
• 1 large red onion, chopped
• 3 scallions, sliced (white & green parts)
• 6 medium white mushrooms, sliced
• 3/4 cup frozen green pea, thawed at room temp
• fresh ground pepper, to taste (I use alot)
• butter, 1 pat
• 2 cooked chicken breasts, cubed (Your choice but extra protein not needed)