Advanced Preparation (up to 1-4 days prior)

Measure quinoa, rinse throughly to remove saponin (which generally causes digestive distress),& place in a bowl.  Next, add water so it is at least 1/2 inch above the quinoa.  

Let soak 6-12 hours so it can start sprouting (sprouting makes it easier for your body to access the nutrients in grains).  

After soaking, pour off soaking water, place the soaked quinoa in a sauce pan with 1 cup of water & pinch of sea salt.

Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover & crack the lid, & cook until liquid is absorbed (approximately 15 minutes).  Let sit for 5+ minutes in the pot with lid on & then fluff with a wooden spoon or fork.  

Next, cook with the rest of the ingredients or store in fridge until ready to make porridge.

Cooking the Porrige

Add in a sauce pan the cooked quinoa, the almond milk, cardamom, vanilla extract, 1/2 the strawberries & almonds.  

Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover & crack the lid, & cook until most of the liquid is absorbed or desired consistency (approximately 15 minutes).

Remove from heat, place in bowl & top with the rest of the strawberry slices.

If you desire a sweeter porridge add a bit of pure maple syrup. 
Enjoy!