Sweet and Nutty Moroccan Couscous Recipe
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Sweet and Nutty Moroccan Couscous

By: Christina S.  
"I've simplified this recipe for Couscous Mesfouf without losing any of its deliciously complex flavor. Prepare all the mix-ins ahead of time and it takes only minutes to make. Enjoy!"

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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
5 Min
Ready In:
20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup chopped dates
  • 1/3 cup chopped dried apricots
  • 1/3 cup golden raisins
  • 2 cups dry couscous
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Directions

  1. Pour the vegetable broth into a large saucepan, and bring to a boil. Add the butter, apricots, dates and raisins. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, and stir in the couscous. Cover, and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the cinnamon and toasted almonds, and serve.

Footnotes

FOOTNOTE

  • To toast almonds, spread them out on a baking sheet, and bake for 10 minutes in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven, or until they are fragrant.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 456 | Total Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 25mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2008 by mvcook 
Some reviewers, apparently, haven't a clue what this recipe is all about. Please note: (1)... MORE
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Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2006 by KIMAR 
Per others' suggestions, I substituted chicken broth for the vegetable broth, reduced cinnamon... MORE
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Reviewed on May 10, 2005 by SELEA 
Very good! The recipe calls for 3 teaspoons cinnamon. However, I do suggest that you start... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2007 by kelcampbell 
This was a very good/easy recipe, but I did change the recipe substantially. I used chicken... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2005 by GR8NURS1271 
This was the perfect recipe for a first time Moroccan food eater! Not too spicy but with... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 25, 2007 by HERMES3G 
My husband and I enjoyed this very much. For quick vegetable broth, try Knorrs vegetable... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2006 by LINDAMDOW 
DO NOT-I REPEAT-DO NOT PUT THAT MUCH CINNAMON IN! I put 1 tsp. cinnamon and that was plenty. ... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 29, 2006 by fnllama 
i used an olive oil and herb bouillon cube for the broth and it turned out great! i didn't... MORE
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Reviewed on Sep. 9, 2005 by WorkingMom'sHousewife 
awesome, but too much cinnamon MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2005 by LUCKYKEL 
This recipie served as inspiration for me - I substituted craisins(great color) for golden... MORE

 
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