Ingredients

• 4 pieces scallions, chopped (save green part for garnishing)
• 3 cups couscous
• 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup dried cherries
• 1/3 cup toasted almond slices or slivers
• 3 cups boiling water
• Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Mix scallion whites, couscous, olive oil and cherries. Boil water and add exactly 3 cups to bowl and quickly stir together. Immediately cover bowl with plastic wrap. Let stand 30 minutes. With a fork, fluff couscous, add almonds and check for seasoning.