Apricot and Spinach Couscous

Name: Apricot and Spinach Couscous
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup couscous; 2 slices bacon; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery (1 stalk); 1/3 cup finely chopped onion (1 small); 1/3 cup dried apricot, snipped; 1 teaspoon snipped fresh thyme; 1/2 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel; 1 cup baby spinach leaves; 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted; 1/4-1/2 cup apricot nectar

Submitted by Kittynoises

"I obtained this recipe from the Better Homes and Gardens 2009 Holiday issue. I haven't been much of a fan of couscous before, considering it too dry and bland for my liking, but this recipe is sublime. The apricot nectar adds a sweet moisture and the combination of ingredients provides delicious flavors. You will not be disappointed with this recipe!"

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Ready In:: 30mins
Ingredients:: 12
Serves:: 6

ingredients

1 ¹⁄₄ cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup couscous
2 slices bacon
1 garlic clove, minced
¹⁄₂ cup thinly sliced celery (1 stalk)
¹⁄₃ cup finely chopped onion (1 small)
¹⁄₃ cup dried apricot, snipped
1 teaspoon snipped fresh thyme
¹⁄₂ teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel
1 cup baby spinach leaves
¹⁄₄ cup pine nuts, toasted
¹⁄₄ - ¹⁄₂ cup apricot nectar

directions

Bring broth to boiling; stir in couscous. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff couscous.
In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Drain bacon, reserving 1 tablespoons drippings in skillet.
Cook garlic in drippings over medium heat for 30 seconds. Add celery and onion; cook 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in apricots, thyme, lemon peel, 1/8 teaspoons salt, and 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper. Cook and stir for 1 minute more.
In a bowl, toss the vegetable mixture and couscous. Crumble bacon; add bacon, spinach, and pine nuts to couscous mixture. Stir in just enough of the nectar to moisten the couscous. Makes 6 servings.

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Kittynoises

Hi Zaar Friends! A little about me: I live in Denver, CO and work for a college as a Career Development Advisor. I love my job because I get to see students develop self-esteem and value as they grow and pursue their dreams. I love to read, travel, and learn. I love animals. My favorite cookbook right now is the America's Test Kitchen Family Cookbook. If you follow the recipe directions, there is no way you can mess it up. Great for beginners and seasoned chefs alike.

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