Scrumptious Couscous with Carrots and Pine Nuts

Project Description

Ingredients:

1. 3 TBSP olive oil
2. 2 cups couscous
3. 1 1/4 cups of water
4. 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
5. 2 grated carrots
6. 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
7. 1/4 cup pine nuts

Makes 10 servings Directions:

1. Heat oil over medium-high heat. Add grated carrots and cinnamon; cook, stirring frequently until carrots are softened, about 2 minutes. Add water, couscous, and chicken broth. Stir briefly to combine. Bring to a boil. Cover and remove the pan from heat. Let stand until grains are tender, about 7 minutes.

2. While couscous is cooking. Toast pine nuts in a dry saucepan until lightly brown. 3. Uncover couscous and fluff with a fork. Add pine nuts. Serve warm.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 186 Total Fat: 4gm Total Carbohydrates: 20 gm Protein: 5.5gm