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AmyW
July 30, 2011
I made this for my 30th high school reunion last weekend (a giant picnic) and it was a huge hit. Several folks wanted the recipe, so I sent them all to Food52! Knew I wouldn't be able to find Israeli couscous back home in upstate NY, so brought it with me on the plane, which prompted a bag search by TSA. :-) Also, no luck finding ricotta salata, so used a hard, mild cheddar, which worked beautifully. Am about to make it tonight for dinner, with the right cheese this time. This recipe is a keeper.
Amanda H.
July 30, 2011
Like that you persevered on your odyssey to make this recipe! And glad you've converted your high school classmates. Thanks!
phyllis
July 18, 2011
I have cooked this couscous and it really is delicious. It's pricey but if you can, try it. I recently made a similar recipe to Amanda's for a large gathering. It was gone in minutes.
Sagegreen
July 18, 2011
This is a great recipe, but that is expensive couscous! It almost looks like our silver queen corn. I might try this with the zuc instead. I will use our way out in the boonies affordable couscous in another version, too.
Amanda H.
July 18, 2011
Yes, it is expensive, but if you ever want to splurge, it really is interesting and delicious. Everyone I've served it to has noted how unusual and memorable it is.
Sagegreen
July 31, 2011
I think these couscous pearls are like perfect little baby dumplings, except they are so easy to make! Yes, worth the price.
ctgal
July 18, 2011
$9 dollars??? For couscous? It looks like Israeli couscous. Was it, or chewier? I have made a version of your dish, but the ricotta salata is a good idea: salty (cheese) and sweet (zuccchini).
Thanks! There's some in the refrigerator from last week's haul at our CSA. Used the fennel from that tonight in a Portuguese clam and sweet sausage dish. Yum!
Thanks! There's some in the refrigerator from last week's haul at our CSA. Used the fennel from that tonight in a Portuguese clam and sweet sausage dish. Yum!
Amanda H.
July 18, 2011
Totally hear you on the price. I buy it as gifts for people. But it really is very different than any couscous I've ever had and is delicious.
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