Israeli Couscous with Apples and Cranberries

Makes: 
8 servings
Utensil: 
Saladmaster Food Processor
3 Qt./2.8 L Sauce Pan with Cover
3.5 Qt. Double Walled Bowl
small mixing bowl
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Ingredients

Recipe Description: 

Israeli couscous, a baked wheat produce, brings a delectable nutty flavor to this fresh tasting recipe. This tasty and satisfying recipe can be made ahead of time and served as a wonderful accompaniment with any meat. Or the full-flavor stands alone as a nutritious lunch or light dinner.

4
cups
chicken broth
(960
mL)
2
cups
Israeli whole wheat couscous
(346
g)
14
cup
fresh parsley, chopped
(15
g)
1 12
tablespoons
fresh rosemary, chopped
(22.5
mL)
1
teaspoon
fresh thyme, chopped
(5
mL)
1
green apple, chopped, use Cone #3
1
cup
dried cranberries
(121
g)
12
cup
slivered almonds, toasted
(54
g)

Vinaigrette

14
cup
apple cider vinegar
(60
mL)
2
tablespoons
maple syrup
(30
mL)
1
tablespoon
kosher salt
(15
mL)
12
teaspoon
black pepper
(2.5
mL)
14
cup
olive oil
(60
mL)
Directions: 
  1. Place chicken broth into sauce pan and over medium heat bring to a boil. Add couscous, reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for approximately 12 minutes or until liquid has evaporated.
  2. Transfrer cooked couscous to the double-sided bowl and set aside to cool.
  3. When cooled add parsley, rosemary, thyme, apple, dried cranberries and almonds.
  4. In a small bowl or jar combine vinegar, maple syrup, salt, pepper and olive oil until smooth. Pour vinaigrette over couscous and toss until blended. Serve.
Tips: 
  • Israeli couscous, or pearl couscous, is a small, round pellet made from baked whole wheat. When cooked it has a nutty flavor and a chewy consistency.
  • Orzo can be bsustituted for Israeli couscous but the dish will not have the toasted, nutty flavor.
  • Can be made in-total one day prior to serving.
  • To toast almonds, place in 1 quart sauce pan over medium-low heat. Stir until edges of almonds are browned and you can smell the toasting nuts.
Nutritional Information per Serving
Calories: 
369
Total Fat: 
12g
Saturated Fat: 
2g
Cholesterol: 
0mg
Sodium: 
1093mg
Total Carbs: 
55g
Dietary Fiber: 
4g
Sugar: 
15g
Protein: 
10g

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