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10 - Orono Weekly Times Wednesday, March 11, 2009 Quinoa Salad with Pears, Feta & Herbs Quinoa may seem like a new grain, but in fact it was a staple of the ancient Incas. It contains more protein than any other grain and all eight essential amino acids. It is also higher in unsaturated fats and lower in carbohydrates than most grains. Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Serves 4 to 6 1 cup (250 mL) quinoa Salt 1/4 cup (50 mL) olive oil Juice of 1 lemon 2 Ontario Garlic Cloves, minced 1/2 tsp (2 mL) dried oregano leaves Pepper 1 Ontario Sweet Pepper, cored and diced 2 Ontario Green Onions, thinly sliced 3/4 cup (175 mL) Ontario Feta Cheese, crumbled mixed fresh herbs (such as, mint, chives and parsley) chopped 2 Ontario Bartlett Pears Rinse quinoa in cold water and drain well. In saucepan, bring 2 cups (500 mL) water and 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt to boil. Gradually add quinoa. Cover and reduce heat to low; cook until water is absorbed and grain is transparent, 13 to 15 minutes. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes; then fluff with fork. Transfer to large bowl and let cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, in small bowl, whisk together oil, 2 tbsp (25 mL) lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir sweet pepper, green onions, feta and herbs into cooled quinoa. Toss with dressing. To serve, core and chop pears; stir into salad. Taste and add a little more lemon juice if desired. Nutritional Information: 1 Serving (when recipe serves 6): Protein: 7 grams Fat: 15 grams Carbohydrates: 32 grams Calories: 282 High Source of Fibre K.P .R. Occasional elementary teachers reach tentative agreement eration of Ontario (Occasional) are pleased to announce that they have reached a tentative agreement on a new collective agreement. "The agreement addresses our concerns in a mutual way and we're very pleased to have reached a tentative settlement," says Marsha Jones, President of ETFO (Occasional) Kawartha Pine Ridge port the farmers and ensure the safety of rural Ontario. Private Member's Bill for Children with Diabetes Last week in the Ontario Legislature, MPPs considered a Private Member's Bill requiring elementary schools to have staff trained in the care of children with diabetes. Ontario's schools take pride in providing a secure learning environment where all children can achieve their full potential. This security of learning conditions should The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and the Elementary Teachers' Fed- Teachers' Local. "We are understandably pleased that we have been able to come to an agreement that meets the needs of both parties and recognizes the high quality of our occasional teaching staff," says Diane Lloyd, Board Chairperson. Details of the tentative agreement remain confidential until ratification by both parties. extend to children with diabetes. The second reading of Bill 137 was voted down in the Ontario Legislature on a vote of 26-13, with all but three government members voting against the Bill introduced by Cambridge MPP Gerry Martiniuk. It would have required elementary schools to have staff trained in the daily monitoring of blood sugar levels of children who suffer from diabetes. It also called for trained staff to administer insulin and glucagon when required. I am interested in your views on all legislation before the House. I may be reached at 905-697-1501 or 1800-661-2433 and by e-mail: john.otooleco@pc.ola.org. Thoughts on the ByElection The people of HaliburtonKawartha Lakes-Brock have spoken. Rick Johnson defeated John Tory in the by-election Thursday, March 5. Events such as the NDP leadership campaign and the by-election have been distractions from the challenges facing families who have lost their jobs in Durham, Windsor, Hamilton, and Sudbury. With both of these matters resolved, opposition MPPs will have more opportunities to focus on the immediate priority, which is the Ontario economy. Resolution Calls for Review of Municipal Governance Should political parties have the right to participate in municipal elections? Should there be greater emphasis on the use of the referendum to decide municipal issues? These are two topics covered in a private member's resolution last week from MPP Norm Sterling. His resolution called for an all-party committee to review municipal elections and governance of cities with populations greater than 500,000. His resolution on municipal governance is intended to address problems such as the low voter turnout in municipal elections. Passage of his resolution won't guarantee the appointment of the all-party committee, but it should kick-start a debate. I would be interested in hearing your views on party politics at the municipal level. O'TOOLE Continued from page 9 is that the provincial government failed to create a plan to replace the funding for deadstock collection before the subsidy ran out. In other words farmers and agribusinesses already hit hard by the recession are suddenly facing new, unexpected costs. The Province of Ontario must act immediately on a coherent plan that will continue to sup-