12 ounces couscous
2½ cups water
½ cup dried apricots, sliced
½ cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted
Chopped cilantro to taste
Celtic salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Combine the couscous and water in a bowl and let stand for about 30 minutes or until water is absorbed, stirring frequently to keep mixture from becoming sticky. Stir in the apricots, almonds, cilantro, salt, and pepper and place in the top of a double boiler over hot simmering water. Steam for about 20 to 30 minutes. Stir well and serve warm.
Yield: 8 servings