COUSCOUS PUDDING

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Here's another way to use couscous that updates an old favorite:) Don't leave out the grated orange rind!

Provided by TishT

Categories     Dessert

Time 28m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large egg
1 large egg white
1/4 cup sugar
2 3/4 cups low-fat milk (regular works fine too)
1 teaspoon orange rind, grated
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup couscous, uncooked
3 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons pine nuts or 2 tablespoons almonds, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a medium sided bowl, beat together the egg, egg white, and 2 Tbs of the sugar.
  • In a medium sized saucepan, combine the milk, the remaining 2 Tbs sugar, orange rind, and salt and bring to a simmer over moderate heat.
  • Slowly pour the warmed milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
  • Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly for 4 minutes or until thickened.
  • Add the couscous and cook, stirring constantly, 6 minutes more.
  • Remove from the heat, cover and let stand for 6 minutes or until the couscous is tender.
  • Stir in the raisins, nuts and vanilla.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 30.6, Sodium 127.8, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 13, Protein 7.2

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