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Couscous 01

Couscous 01 is built on Chicken Stock, Cinnamon, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Lemon Juice, and Salt. Save it, add the ingredients to your shopping list, and cook it tonight.

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Ingredients

• 2 cup
• 3/4 tsp
• 3 tbsp
• 1/2 lb
• 1/4 cup
• 1/2 tsp
• 1/4 tsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   In a heavy medium saucepan, whisk together the chicken stock, cinnamon, ginger, cumin, turmeric and 1 1/2 tablespoons of the olive oil.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil, reduce to a bare simmer and add the chicken breast if you are using uncooked chicken.

3. 3

   Poach until white throughout, but still moist, about 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove the chicken and set aside to cool.

5. 5

   Return the stock to a boil.

6. 6

   Add the couscous in a slow steady stream, stirring constantly, and continue to boil, stirring, for 1 minute.

7. 7

   Cover the pot tightly, remove from the heat and let stand for 15 minutes.

8. 8

   Cut the chicken (poached or leftover) into 1/2 inch dice.

9. 9

   Add the chicken to the couscous.

10. 10

    Add the carrot, bell pepper, cucumber, onion, apple, currants and chick peas and toss.

11. 11

    Pour over the salad and toss well.

12. 12

    Cover and refrigerate for several hours or up to 3 days.

13. 13

    Season with additional salt, pepper and lemon juice to taste before serving.