Yoga and Rock Band GNO

For March's girls night out we all went to Lora's house. She taught us all yoga which was great. It was not only a good workout but relaxing as well. Then we had dinner which was great. We had Quinoa Pilaf, which was healthy and delicious with a great side salad, blueberry cake and wonderful brownies and ice cream to finish us off. After eating we played Rock Band which was so fun! It was definitely a night we will have to repeat. Thanks Lora!

Blueberry Cake

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 eggs (separated)
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 cup flour
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 cup blueberries

Cream the shortening and butter together. Add the following ingredients alternately: well beaten egg yolks, milk, flour, and vanilla then mix well. Whip the egg whites until stiff then fold into the batter. Add in the blueberries after dusting them lightly with flour (to prevent them from sinking to the bottom). Pour the batter into a greased 9 inch baking dish and cook at 350 for 35-45 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar when cooled.

Quinoa Pilaf

For 3-4 people:
1 cup quinoa
2 1/4 cup water (cold)

Chop the following vegetables small (smaller than bite-sized but not diced)
1 medium-large zucchini
1 medium-large summer squash
3 medium carrots (cut smaller than the rest because they take longer to cook)
1/2 red bell bepper
1/4 cup red onion (optional)
1 T olive oil
Salt and pepper

Combine the cold water and quinoa in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, then coverand reduce heat. Cook approximately 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet, add the vegetables and saute with salt and pepper. Cover and cook over medium heat till cooked through. Combine the cooked quinoa and vegetables. Finish with a pat of butter and season to taste.