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    Sweet Couscous with Nuts & Dried Fruit


    Source of Recipe


    Everyday Italian

    List of Ingredients




    2 1/3 cups water
    1/2 cup sugar
    1/3 cup dried cranberries
    1/3 cup dried apricots 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 desired

    Recipe



    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.

    Note: good with sprinkle of cinnamon, add in extra fruit and some chopped dates

 

 

 

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