SQUASH WITH COUSCOUS

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Raisin-accented couscous is the perfect accompaniment for this saucy squash, spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and cumin.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Seasonal Recipes     Fall Recipes     Butternut Squash Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, (about 1 cup), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon each ground ginger and ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound (about 2 cups) butternut squash, peeled and seeded, flesh quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 1/2 cups low-sodium canned chicken broth
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
3/4 cup couscous
1/3 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper; cook 1 minute. Add squash and tomato paste; cook 3 minutes more.
  • Stir in broth and zest; simmer until squash is tender and sauce is thickened, 12 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Put couscous and raisins in a glass bowl; pour in boiling water. Cover tightly with plastic wrap; let stand 5 minutes. Uncover; fluff with a fork. Serve couscous with squash and sauce.

Emmmauel Boluwatife
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Alla Naimi
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This dish is perfect for fall. It's warm and comforting, and the flavors are spot-on.


Joshua Kingston
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but I really enjoyed this dish. The squash and spices really complemented the couscous.


Tayah Davies
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This is a great way to use up leftover squash. It's also a great dish to serve at a potluck or party.


Obalum Uchenna
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a really flavorful meal.


Time for fun sofia
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


Faisal Shikh
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The squash was a bit undercooked, but the couscous was good.


Sodeeq Warith
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning.


Faiz Alikhan
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This is my new favorite fall recipe. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. The squash is roasted to perfection and the couscous is fluffy and light.


Matthew H
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I'm not usually a fan of squash, but this dish changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ishaq Ahmed
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The squash was perfectly roasted and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. I added a bit of extra spice with some harissa paste, and it was delicious.