SAFFRON-SCENTED COUSCOUS WITH PINE NUTS

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Saffron-Scented Couscous with Pine Nuts image

Provided by Betty Rosbottom

Categories     Side     Easter     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Pine Nut     Saffron     Healthy     Couscous     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups low-salt chicken broth
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
2 cups couscous (about 12 ounces)
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions (about 5), divided
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted , divided

Steps:

  • Bring broth, 2 tablespoons butter, saffron, and 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt to boil in heavy large saucepan, stirring to melt butter. Remove from heat. Mix in couscous. Cover and let stand until all liquid is absorbed and couscous is tender, about 10 minutes. Fluff couscous with fork. Mix in remaining 1 tablespoon butter and half of green onions and nuts. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mound in bowl. Sprinkle with remaining green onions and nuts.

Tarab Nawab
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I made this recipe in my Instant Pot and it came out perfectly. It's so easy to make and cleanup is a breeze.


Fabian Villavicencio
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover couscous. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Tharsiegan Selvarajah
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and fluffy.


Mehboob Ashirf
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This dish is so flavorful! The saffron and pine nuts really complement each other.


Ishfaq Ali JMK
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I love the vibrant color of this dish. The saffron really makes it pop.


Dennis Villeza
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make and always a hit.


Farhan Anjum
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I've tried many couscous recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The saffron and pine nuts really take it to the next level.


Marissa Walcott
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! It's definitely a dish that I'll be making again.


fazal Rahim
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Vickie Ewing
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I gave it a try. The saffron and pine nuts really make this dish special.


Frank L. Attila
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and so flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Tessica Wilson
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The saffron adds such a unique and delicious flavor to the couscous.


asif amir
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This dish was easy to make and so delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the couscous was cooked to perfection.


Benje Yuuta
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! The couscous was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the saffron and pine nuts.


Cross Boy
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This saffron-scented couscous with pine nuts was a delightful dish! The couscous was light and fluffy, and the pine nuts added a nice crunch. The saffron gave the dish a beautiful color and a subtle, yet distinct flavor.