Quinoa and cheese soup {Locro de quinua} - Laylita's Recipes

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of oil
• 1/2 white onion (diced, about 1 cup )
• 4 garlic cloves (crushed)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon achiote powder
• 1 teaspoon dry oregano
• 5-6 potatoes (peeled and cut in small chunks, about 2 lbs of potatoes)
• 1 cup uncooked quinoa (pre-washed (1 cup = 6 ounces = 170 grams))
• 8 cups water or broth
• 1 cup milk (add more if the soup is too thick)
• 2 cups grated or crumbled queso fresco (can also use mozzarella or feta cheese)
• 4 tablespoons of finely chopped cilantro or parsley to garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Avocado slices
• Aji hot sauce
• Chopped green onions or chives