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Israeli Couscous with Apples, Cranberries and Herbs
« on: July 13, 2011, 07:29:00 PM »
Made this recently (side dish) and it was truly OUTSTANDING!!!
It was great to use so many fresh herbs right out of my garden  :D


Israeli Couscous with Apples, Cranberries and Herbs
courtesy Giada De Laurentiis

Couscous

    2 tablespoons olive oil
    2 cups Israeli couscous (or barley or orzo)
    4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
    1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
    1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
    1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
    1 medium green apple, diced
    1 cup dried cranberries
    1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted, see Cook's Note

Vinaigrette:

    1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
    2 tablespoons maple syrup
    1 teaspoon kosher salt
    1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    1/4 cup olive oil

Directions

For the couscous: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil on medium-high heat. Add the couscous and cook, stirring occasionally until slightly browned and aromatic, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 to12 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated. Transfer the cooked couscous to a large bowl and set aside to cool. Add the parsley, rosemary, thyme, apple, dried cranberries, and almonds.

For the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil until smooth. Pour the vinaigrette over the couscous and toss to coat evenly.

Cook's Note: To toast the almonds, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Arrange the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely before using.
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Re: Israeli Couscous with Apples, Cranberries and Herbs
« Reply #1 on: July 13, 2011, 07:48:05 PM »
Made this recently (side dish) and it was truly OUTSTANDING!!!
It was great to use so many fresh herbs right out of my garden  :D


Israeli Couscous with Apples, Cranberries and Herbs
courtesy Giada De Laurentiis

Couscous

    2 tablespoons olive oil
    2 cups Israeli couscous (or barley or orzo)
    4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
    1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
    1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
    1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
    1 medium green apple, diced
    1 cup dried cranberries
    1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted, see Cook's Note

Vinaigrette:

    1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
    2 tablespoons maple syrup
    1 tablespoon kosher salt
    1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    1/4 cup olive oil

Directions

For the couscous: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil on medium-high heat. Add the couscous and cook, stirring occasionally until slightly browned and aromatic, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 to12 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated. Transfer the cooked couscous to a large bowl and set aside to cool. Add the parsley, rosemary, thyme, apple, dried cranberries, and almonds.

For the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil until smooth. Pour the vinaigrette over the couscous and toss to coat evenly.

Cook's Note: To toast the almonds, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Arrange the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely before using.

Wow that sounds amazing Princess. Do you cook professionally , would love to try some of your meals.

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Re: Israeli Couscous with Apples, Cranberries and Herbs
« Reply #2 on: July 13, 2011, 09:07:12 PM »
Wow that sounds amazing Princess. Do you cook professionally , would love to try some of your meals.

lol, no.  Just watch a lot of food network  ;D
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Re: Israeli Couscous with Apples, Cranberries and Herbs
« Reply #3 on: July 15, 2011, 08:18:49 PM »
may go well with a pork top loin roast im making for sisters birthday

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Re: Israeli Couscous with Apples, Cranberries and Herbs
« Reply #4 on: July 16, 2011, 12:13:21 PM »
may go well with a pork top loin roast im making for sisters birthday

How are you making it?
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