Couscous with Honeyed Almonds and Lemon |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Try this side dish with a Mediterranean style marinated chicken. Ingredients:
1/4 cup blanched slivered almonds |
1 tablespoon honey |
2 cups water |
1 (8.8 ounce) package israeli couscous |
2 teaspoons lemon zest |
salt to taste |
Directions:
1. Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat until the nuts just began to brown. Stir in the honey making sure to coat the nuts. Spread the mixture on tin foil to cool; when the almonds have cooled completely break into small pieces.
2. Bring water to a boil in a 2 quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the couscous. Cover the pot and and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and stir in the almonds, lemon zest, and salt.
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