SQUASH WITH COUSCOUS

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Raisin-accented couscous is the perfect accompaniment for this saucy squash, spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and cumin.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Seasonal Recipes     Fall Recipes     Butternut Squash Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, (about 1 cup), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon each ground ginger and ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound (about 2 cups) butternut squash, peeled and seeded, flesh quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 1/2 cups low-sodium canned chicken broth
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
3/4 cup couscous
1/3 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper; cook 1 minute. Add squash and tomato paste; cook 3 minutes more.
  • Stir in broth and zest; simmer until squash is tender and sauce is thickened, 12 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Put couscous and raisins in a glass bowl; pour in boiling water. Cover tightly with plastic wrap; let stand 5 minutes. Uncover; fluff with a fork. Serve couscous with squash and sauce.

fred ayokhai
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


M Hussain Bajwa
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


Md Alanin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. I will definitely be making it again.


Romi Aktar
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I would definitely recommend it.


Far Shy
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover squash.


S Townsend
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal. I love the combination of squash and couscous.


Milly Nassy
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This dish was a bit too sweet for me. I would have preferred it if the squash had been roasted instead of boiled.


Saba Michael
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I really enjoyed this dish. The couscous was fluffy and the squash was roasted to perfection.


Jana maged
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Zarahja Bohanon
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The squash and couscous were both cooked perfectly. The flavors were delicious and the dish was very filling.


R≈´dolfs Stankus
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I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


atif shahzad
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This squash and couscous dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the couscous was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.