Wash 1/4 cup quinoa and add to a saucepan with 3/4 cup of water. Cover the pan, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Once the water is rapidly boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to cook, either covered or partially covered, until the quinoa is cooked, about 13 to 14 minutes. Once the quinoa is cooked, turn off the heat, let it sit for a minute or so, then fluff and use. If there is any water remaining, you can drain the water and then fluff.