Couscous is not just a tasty side, it makes for a hearty delicious breakfast! Whatever dried fruit or nuts you have around the house can act as toppings.

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Breakfast Couscous

Name: Breakfast Couscous
Prep time: 15

(17 votes, average: 4.29 out of 5)

15 min prep

2 servings

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8 ingredients

Not only is couscous a great side, but it also makes a great breakfast, too. A creative version of cream of wheat, try this on a cold morning with whatever nuts or dried fruit...

1¼ cup milk or almond milk
½ cup whole wheat couscous
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
2 cardamom pods or cloves
2 tablespoons chopped almonds
2 tablespoons chopped prunes
2 tablespoons golden raisins

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

294 cals

Fat

7 g

Saturated Fat

1 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

3 g

Monounsaturated Fat

0 g

Carbohydrates

53 g

Sugar

10 g

Fiber

7 g

Protein

9 g

Sodium

113 mg

Directions

In a microwave proof bowl, combine the milk with cinnamon, honey, ground ginger, and cardamom. Cover and microwave for 2 minutes, until the milk is very warm and steaming.
Remove the bowl from the microwave. Remove the cardamom pods and stir in the couscous. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes, or until the milk has been absorbed. Stir in chopped almonds and dried fruit and enjoy warm.

Chef Tips

If you do not usually cook with a microwave, simmer the milk with the spices in a small saucepan over medium-low heat for about 4 minutes.

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