Orange-pecan couscous

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonOil
1cupCoarsely chopped pecans
1Onion; chopped
2cupsOrange juice
3Cinnamon sticks
5Cloves, whole
1pinchTurmeric
1pinchGround red pepper
¼teaspoonSalt
2cupsCouscous
½cupRaisins (more if desired)

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet and cook pecans until lightly toasted. Add onions and cook until soft. Add orange juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, turmeric, red pepper and salt and bring to a boil. Quickly stir in couscous and raisins, then cover and turn off heat. Let stand 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed completely. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Recipe by Karen Mintzias

Submitted By KAREN MINTZIAS On 10-30-94