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Simple Couscous with Honey Recipe

Couscous is pasta, not rice. 

Couscous recipes are eaten throughout North Africa. The best way to cook couscous is simple; with honey and a few spices your pasta will be perfect. When honey and couscous combine the beneficial result is a tasty delightful dish of perfect North African couscous origin.

Simple Couscous with Honey Recipe
Simple Couscous with Honey Recipe

Couscous with Honey Recipe

Ingredients

2 cups low fat milk

2 tablespoons honey

3 teaspoons cinnamon

2 cups dry couscous

Directions

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, honey, and cinnamon. As soon as it comes to a boil, stir in the couscous. Turn off the heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Serve warm.

Did you know?

Honey is the only food source produced by an insect that humans eat.

Honey is the only food source produced by an insect that humans eat.

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What is The African Gourmet blog about?

The African Gourmet explores African food, history, and culture through recipes, folktales, and proverbs written for curious readers worldwide.

Who writes The African Gourmet?

The blog is written and curated by Ivy, a lifelong historian and storyteller who highlights Africa’s culinary and cultural richness.

How can I find African recipes on this site?

Use the “African Recipes” category or explore posts like African Recipes for regional dishes and ingredients.

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Explore our African Proverbs and African Folktales sections for timeless wisdom and stories.

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