Couscous With Dates, Raisins, and Almonds

Name: Couscous With Dates, Raisins, and Almonds
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 platter, 6-8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 orange, using the grated orange peel and then juice of that orange; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 (10 ounce) package near east instant original couscous; 1/2 cup almonds, sliced; 1/2 cup golden raisin; 1/2 cup chopped dates; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Submitted by Linda Lola

"This is a slightly sweet recipe of middle eastern origin. You can add more sugar if you like, but for those wanting to cut down on sugar and fat, this is a great way to indulge in a bit of sweet with an ethnic flair."

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Ready In:: 15mins
Ingredients:: 13
Yields:: 1 platter
Serves:: 6-8

ingredients

Couscous
2 cups water
1 tablespoon butter
1 orange, using the grated orange peel and then juice of that orange
¹⁄₃ cup sugar
¹⁄₂ teaspoon cinnamon
¹⁄₄ teaspoon nutmeg
¹⁄₄ teaspoon salt
1 (10 ounce) package near east instant original couscous
Topping
¹⁄₂ cup almonds, sliced
¹⁄₂ cup golden raisin
¹⁄₂ cup chopped dates
1 tablespoon butter
¹⁄₂ cup powdered sugar

directions

In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, orange peel and juice, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Bring to a boil. Add the couscous to the boiling water. Remove from heat and cover for ten minutes. Liquid should be absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
In a small frying pan, heat the almonds over medium heat, stirring continuously until toasted. Add the raisins and dates and butter. Heat all until butter is melted.
Serve couscous spread over a platter, top with topping mixture. Sprinkle a bit of powdered sugar over the top.