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Reviewed: Oct. 19, 2009
This was excellent. The problem I always find with couscous is that it lacks flavor and is hard to make really flavorful. But this recipe makes an often boring grain very tasty. I didn't have any dates on hand so I just increased the quantity of apricots and raisins. The toasted almonds are key - they add a very nice crunch and aroma to the couscous. Thanks for the recipe!
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Reviewed: Sep. 24, 2009
VERY good. I'm quite pleased with this, and surprizingly so was the rest of my family. We ate every little bit. I made no changes or substitutions. I served this with Orange Herb Roasted Chicken and Balsamic Glazed Carrots. Not a true moroccan dinner, but it flowed well together. A very welcome change from your average pasta-rice dishes.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.42 star rating.
Reviewed: Sep. 8, 2009
This was really simple and delicious. I left the dates out since I really don't like them. I agree with others that it is quite sweet. Not sugary sweet really but could be substituted for a dessert if needed. I'd make it again.
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Reviewed: Aug. 31, 2009
This is always a good accompaniment to a moroccan dish.
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Reviewed: Jul. 26, 2009
This recipe is such a hit with my family! I use a diced dried fruit blend. Way easy and way good...
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Reviewed: May 31, 2009
This is fantastic! Nutty and sweet but not too much. Perfect as a compliment to other Moroccan dishes. Much better than I expected. Will certainly make again.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.42 star rating.
Reviewed: Feb. 11, 2009
i used chicken broth, and it came out very well.
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Reviewed: Jan. 22, 2009
OK - this DEFINITELY needs at least 1 cup or even 2 cups of additional stock. I am middle eastern, too, and this is not how couscous is supposed to be - even when served with a liquidy dish, which I did. Other than that, I loved the flavors and texture (I also added dried figs). I might even add more fruit next time. Served with Israeli Moroccan Couscous from this site.
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Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2008
Some reviewers, apparently, haven't a clue what this recipe is all about. Please note: (1) this is a Moroccan SIDE DISH; (2) it is SUPPOSED to be spicy and somewhat sweet; and (3) it is intended to be served with a tagine, or other stew, and should be DRY enough to soak up the juices of the main course. When used as it is intended, it is a spectacular--and VERY fast and easy--part of a meal featuring, say, a delicious, savory lamb tagine. It should come as no surprise that it will need some alteration if it is used in another way. But I think it's unfair to criticize baked potatoes because they aren't prime rib or pound cake. I find this recipe really, really good, just as it appears here. I have made it dozens of times as an accompaniment to Middle Eastern food. to rave reviews. However, if you want bland and soupy, look elsewhere, or make the alterations others suggest as "improvements."
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Reviewed: Dec. 16, 2008
Great couscous! I forgot to add the cinnamon so we just sprinkled how much we wanted on each serving. A little dry, and maybe needs more salt. Missing something I can't seem to figure out. But we loved it and can't wait to try again!
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Reviewed: Jul. 4, 2008
Mine was a little dry.
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Reviewed: Jun. 1, 2008
We cut the butter as well but it affected the texture quite a bit--it didn't stay together as well as it would have. Excellent flavor, though!
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Reviewed: May 2, 2008
I made this the other night and the whole family loved it. I used chicken broth instead of veggie and put in dried apples, raisins, orage cranberries and plain cranberries (that's what we had on hand). This is a great way to get my 5 year old to eat couscous. Thank you!
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Reviewed: Mar. 25, 2008
The only change I made to this was to add a little extra water since some said that it was dry. This was so yummy. Thank you for sharing.
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Reviewed: Mar. 5, 2008
Never even seen couscous before. Taste was good but dry, dry, dry. Will eventually try again with mods.
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Reviewed: Mar. 1, 2008
This was VERY good. I loved it as did my husband. Easy too.
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Reviewed: Feb. 17, 2008
Mildly sweet, nutty, buttery rice type side dish. Good with any type of meat. Took to church "middle eastern" family night food dish. Big Hit!
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Reviewed: Oct. 14, 2007
We were surprised to find we liked this. Didn't change the recipe a bit.
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Reviewed: Oct. 11, 2007
Overall, the flavor was really good. I used 1/2 c of all of the fruits just to have a little more in the recipe. I also added a bit of sugar to help bring out the cinnamon flavor. However, like other reviews have said, it is a bit DRY, so use extra vegetable stock!
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Reviewed: Oct. 2, 2007
i loved this and so did my friends....one of which doesn't like couscous; she asked me for the recipe.
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