Couscous is a versatile food that can be added to salads, stir fry and bowls or be used as an alternative to quinoa and rice ...

Dietitians explain how couscous compares to other popular grains in terms of nutrition, protein, and preparation — and why it ...

It seems like Rosh Hashanah customs were created by lovers of fruits and vegetables. Most families will begin Sunday night’s holiday dinner with apple wedges dipped in honey to symbolize the hope for ...

When it comes to versatility, you can’t do much better than couscous. Typically a fine granular semolina pasta, couscous works in both savory and sweet dishes, and can be served hot or cold. Like ...

To many, couscous belongs in the realm of exotic cooking. But in fact, it can play the same role in a menu as pasta or rice — and can be cooked even more quickly. And as we incorporate more grains ...

Sometimes, cooking a starchy food takes longer than grilling a steak, pan-frying a pork chop or roasting chicken parts. Think about how long it takes to bake a potato or even cook rice. That’s the ...

Classic risotto is made with starchy medium-grain Italian rice, such as Arborio or carnaroli. It is toasted then cooked, sometimes slowly, over low heat as broth is ladled into the pan in stages.

A light, tangy mustard sauce over plump, juicy shrimp is a simple dish that will brighten up a summer dinner. Quick-cooking couscous with baby or tiny peas completes this easy dinner. Most shrimp sold ...

Classic risotto is made with starchy medium-grain Italian rice, such as Arborio or carnaroli. It is toasted then cooked, sometimes slowly, over low heat as broth is ladled into the pan in stages.

Braising is a technique usually reserved for meat. Here, it’s used to bring out the toasty caramel flavors of carrots and Israeli couscous. It may sound odd to throw raw grains in a shallow roasting ...

1. Heat water, raisins, olive oil, cumin, cayenne and salt to boil in medium saucepan. Stir in couscous. Heat to boil, cover and remove from heat. Set aside 5 minutes. 2. Stir in lemon juice and ...