Cinnamon Scented Couscous

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup slivered almond
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup diced dates
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 (10 ounce) package couscous

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350.

2. 2

   Toast almonds until golden, stirring once (about 10 minutes).

3. 3

   Meanwhile, combine water, dates, cardamom, cinnamon, ginger and oil in a medium saucepan.

4. 4

   Cover and bring to a boil. Add the couscous, stir and cover before removing from heat.

5. 5

   Let it sit for 5 minutes and stir in the almonds.