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Saffron Couscous





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Makes 4 servings

An easy, fragrant side dish. Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes.

Saffron Couscous




Photo: Leo Gong; Styling: Dan Becker
 3 tablespoons butter
 1/8 teaspoon crushed saffron threads
 1 medium onion, sliced into half-moons
 1 teaspoon salt
 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken stock
 One 10-oz. box couscous (1 1/2 cups)
 1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Step 1
1

In a medium frying pan (with sides at least 2 in. high) over medium heat, melt butter. Add saffron and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add onion and salt and cook, stirring, until translucent, about 7 minutes.

Step 2
2

Add chicken stock and 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Add couscous, stir, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.

Step 3
3

Fluff couscous with a fork, then gently stir. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Step 4
4

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

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Amount per serving
Calories364
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.1g12%

Saturated Fat 5.5g28%
Cholesterol 23mg8%
Sodium 823mg36%
Total Carbohydrate 59g22%

Dietary Fiber 3.2g12%
Protein 10g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.