Date and Almond Couscous

Ingredients

• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/4 cup slivered almonds
• 1/4 cup chopped dates
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

1. Place the couscous in a medium-sized bowl, and pour the boiling water over it.
2. Stir in the slivered almonds, chopped dates, salt, and butter.
3. Cover the bowl and let it sit for 5 minutes.
4. Fluff the couscous with a fork, and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Couscous is a type of pasta made from durum wheat.
• Dates are a type of dried fruit that is native to the Middle East.
• Almonds are a type of nut that is high in protein and fiber.