Moroccan Vegetable Couscous

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Over the last 3 or 4 years, I have found myself getting choosier about who I invite out to eat or who I am going to cook for in my home. For me, eating isn't just a necessary part of life, but it's an experience to enjoy as well. I like flavor when it comes to food. I like the spices and herbs and all of that good stuff that makes a dish really pop. There's a Latin restaurant in my town that I can only dine at with my best friend when she's visiting from Georgia because the food isn't bland. It is flavorful. It packs a punch. It's not boring burgers, hot dogs or pizza. It's art for the taste buds. So it took me a minute to learn that when one's idea of fine dining is getting excited when the local hot dog stand opens up for the season, they probably aren't going to be enjoyable company as far as dining goes. I once invited a friend over for tacos and asked how she liked them. "Just meat and cheese." What? No extra herbs or spices or toppings? Or when I make hot wings and am told to make theirs without the sauce. So, you just want a piece of breaded chicken (or cauliflower for the vegetarians)? The heck? Honestly, I just can't with those kind of eaters anymore. So, when I find a recipe like this Moroccan Vegetable Couscous on Golden Blossom Honey, I know it's going to be one of those meals that I have to save for myself, or just the right kind of company who has the same palate that I do. 

 

 

If something like a plain grilled cheese sandwich or a hot dog excites you for dinner, I'm just going to stop you right here and ask you to move along because this recipe is not for you. This Moroccan Vegetable Couscous is packed full of flavors that tickle the taste buds. Couscous is boring on it's own, I do admit, but what makes it stand out are the other ingredients you pair with it. Herbs, spices, broth, and veggies, especially the ones in this recipe, turn the couscous into an experience instead of just a meal. This particular recipe not only has all of the flavor, but some fun textures, too. It will keep your mouth guessing what each bite will bring. I made this for dinner this week and even with 3 of us eating, there was still enough leftover that I could save for my lunch the next day. Filling, packed with nutrients and tasty, you couldn't ask for a better recipe. So if you have a refined palate and love flavorful dishes, add this to your recipe box or add my phone number to your dining buddy list because you are my people. 

 

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 medium onions cut into thick slices (about 2 cups)

1 pound turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

3 cups vegetable or chicken broth

2 tablespoons SOUTHERN BLOSSOM HONEY

1/2 cup raisins

1 pound zucchini, cut into 1-inch chunks

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained

1 cup plain couscous, uncooked

salt and pepper to taste

Garnish:

1/2 cup toasted almonds*

1/2 cup sliced scallions

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