keeps you filled and energized during the morning. Remember that it's always a good idea to rinse quinoa before you use it. The stuff is rarely cleaned well before packaging especially if you buy it in bulk. QGotta rinse it. Heat the milk and water in a pot over medium heat so the milk doesn't burn. Then add in the oats and quinoa and cover the dish. The small amount of oats just help thicken the porridge a bit. Just a few oats. Cover the dish and let it simmer away for about 20 minutes. The nice thing about this porridge is that you can play around with the consistency of it. Sometimes I like it really thick so I'll just uncover the pan and let the liquid evaporate. Other times I like it more on the runny side so I'll add some extra water to it. Don't forget to toss in your spices and seasonings also. They really make the porridge. Simmer slowly. To be honest, the finished porridge doesn't look all that special, but it'll taste great. Promise. Looks bland but tastes great. As with oatmeal, I think half the fun is in the toppings. Maybe a dab of butter? Some almonds? Brown sugar or honey? All of the above? Get creative with it. Great start to the day! Like I said, this won't replace my normal oatmeal, but it is a nice change occasionally. If it kept me energized for the trail, it'll probably be able to