Couscous with Dried Cherries

My family loves couscous and this fruity variation is one of our favorites. This is also delicious with other dried fruit such as cranberries and apricots.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 243 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pinch salt
• 1 tablespoon butter
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup uncooked couscous
• 0.25 cup water
• 0.25 cup dried sour cherries

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a 2 quart saucepan, combine chicken broth, water, dried cherries, butter, salt, and pepper. Cook over high heat until boiling.

Step 2

Stir in couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, and serve immediately.