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<RecipeTitle>COUSCOUS - Butternut Squash Couscous</RecipeTitle>
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<NbPersons>4</NbPersons>
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<Source>Quick from Scratch - Vegetable Main Dishes</Source>
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<IngredientText>Butternut Squash Couscous
The word couscous refers to both the tiny semolina pearls themselves and to the dish of couscous topped with a hearty stew, just as other types of pasta are pasta whether dressed with a sauce or not. Here, butternut squash substitutes for the pumpkin more commonly found in North Africa.
INGREDIENTS
For Almonds:</IngredientText>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="0.25" unit="cup">1/4 cup</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>sliced almonds</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
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<IngredientText>For Squash:</IngredientText>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="2.0" unit="tablespoons">2 tablespoons</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>olive oil</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
</Ingredient>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="2.0" unit="">2</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>onions</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment>chopped</IngredientComment>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="2.0" unit="cloves">2 cloves</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>garlic</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment>minced</IngredientComment>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="0.25" unit="teaspoon">1/4 teaspoon</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>cayenne pepper</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="0.125" unit="teaspoon">1/8 teaspoon</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>grated nutmeg</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
</Ingredient>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="0.125" unit="teaspoon">1/8 teaspoon</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>cinnamon</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
</Ingredient>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="1.0" unit="cup">1 cup</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>canned diced tomatoes with their juice</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment>(from one 15-ounce can)</IngredientComment>
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<IngredientItem>butternut squash,</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment>(about 2 pounds), peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 3/4-inch dice</IngredientComment>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="0.25" unit="cup">1/4 cup</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>raisins</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
</Ingredient>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="3.0" unit="cups">3 cups</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
</Ingredient>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="1.25" unit="teaspoons">1 1/4 teaspoons</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>salt</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
</Ingredient>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="2.0" unit="cups">2 cups</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>drained and rinsed canned chickpeas</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment>(one 19-ounce can)</IngredientComment>
</Ingredient>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="0.75" unit="cup">3/4 cup</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>chopped fresh parsley</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
</Ingredient>
<IngredientText>For Couscous:</IngredientText>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="1.5" unit="cups">1 1/2 cups</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>water</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
</Ingredient>
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<IngredientQuantity quantity="1.5" unit="cups">1 1/2 cups</IngredientQuantity>
<IngredientItem>couscous</IngredientItem>
<IngredientComment></IngredientComment>
</Ingredient>
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<RecipeText>DIRECTIONS
FOR ALMONDS: In a small frying pan toast the almonds over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Or, toast them in a 350 F oven for 5 to 10 minutes.

FOR SQUASH: In a Dutch oven, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, cayenne, nutmeg, and cinnamon and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, squash, raisins, broth, and 1 teaspoon of the salt and bring to a simmer. Stir in the chickpeas and cook, covered, for 10 minutes. Uncover and simmer until the squash is tender, about 10 minutes more. Stir in the parsley.

FOR COUSCOUS: Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, bring the water and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt to a boil. Stir in the couscous. Cover, remove from the heat, and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Serve the stew over the couscous and top with the toasted almonds.

WINE RECOMMENDATION: For the best effect, look for a soft, fruity red wine to contrast with the spicy flavors of the couscous. The plummy flavor and supple texture of a rich California merlot will make a terrific match.

Recipe reprinted by permission of Food and Wine. All rights reserved.
Nutrition Information
Serves 4 - Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 677 Fat. Total: 12g Carbohydrates, Total: 122g
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