Millet and Cauliflower Casserole

The ingredient introduced in this recipe is millet. Millet is a cereal grain with origins in Asia and Africa. Millet has been cultivated for 10,000 years. In India, it is often mixed with other grains to make flat bread. It is an important part of the diet in many parts of Africa.

Millet is gluten-free and rich in B vitamins.

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This Millet and Cauliflower Casserole is vegan, wheat and dairy free. However, this recipe is very adaptable. You may add Parmesan cheese to it to entice kids to eat. You may substitute the millet with other grain like quinoa. This casserole makes a great potluck dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups raw millet
  • 3 3/4 cups water
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 large cauliflower, chopped into 1″ pieces
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup tightly packed chopped Italian parsley
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • fresh ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 x 15 oz can Navy beans, rinsed and drained
  • vegetable broth
  • paprika

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Source: this recipe is adapted from The Whole Foods Allergy Cookbook

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Millet Pilaf

The second dish which Minoo prepared in the Gilmore Park Church Community Kitchen for the grain theme recipe is Millet Pilaf. Millet is often associated with bird feed in North America but is gaining acceptance into the human diet. Minoo told us that the incorporation of millet will made a very creamy mash potatoes.

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This Millet Pilaf is another vegetarian recipe if you substitute butter with vegetable oil. Pilafs are open to a wide range of variations; any and all the vegetables may be substituted as desired or to to fit the season.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cups millet, rinse and drain
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 onions, one thinly sliced, one diced
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and chopped
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1 cup butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • salt and pepper to taste

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Source: this recipe is adapted from Kevin Turner

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