SWEET COUSCOUS WITH NUTS AND DRIED FRUIT

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From Everyday Italian 2008 Serving Suggestion: Drizzle the couscous with 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil for a moister texture. You can serve this warm, cold or room temp - I preferred room temp.

Provided by lazy gourmet

Categories     Fruit

Time 12m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/3 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup dried apricot, chopped
1/3 cup dried cherries, chopped
2 1/2 cups about 1 pound couscous
1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted slivered almonds
1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted and skinned hazelnuts
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, if desired

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the water, sugar, cranberries, apricots, and cherries. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in the couscous and remove the pan from the heat. Cover the pan with a tight fitting lid until the couscous has absorbed all of the cooking liquid, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Using a fork, fluff the couscous to break up any lumps. Add the almonds and hazelnuts and toss. Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet until completely cooled, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the couscous to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
  • Serving Suggestion: Drizzle the couscous with 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil for a moister texture.

Najib dekow
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great addition to my cookbook.


Faisal Kalhoro
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat more fruits and nuts.


Moha
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sweet couscous.


Ahmed Aljrf
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This recipe is very easy to follow and the end result is a delicious and flavorful dish.


Andrew Mabry
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. It's a great recipe for a potluck or party.


atiq armani
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Sammantha pavon Marcelino
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I'm not a big fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. The sweet couscous with the nuts and dried fruit was a delicious combination.


Krishna Dangura
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a healthy and nutritious dish.


Martins Nsima
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my couscous turned out mushy. I think I overcooked it.


Hailey Thompson
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This recipe was a little too sweet for my taste. I would cut back on the sugar next time.


Mohib Qureshi
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I used a different type of nuts and dried fruit than the recipe called for, and it still turned out delicious. This recipe is very forgiving and easy to adapt to your own preferences.


Nortavis Nolley
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out great. The couscous was fluffy and the nuts and dried fruit added a nice crunch and sweetness.


Hamood Hamoody
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover couscous and dried fruit. It's also a very versatile dish - you can add or subtract ingredients to suit your taste.


Ahmad Muhammad
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I've tried many sweet couscous recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of nuts, dried fruit, and spices is perfect.


MMA fighter Nazeer khan mma club taxila fighter
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Barbare Natriashvili
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This sweet couscous was amazing - so flavorful and satisfying! I loved the contrast between the sweet couscous and the crunchy nuts and dried fruit. It was also really easy to make, which is always a bonus.