Couscous Salad

Couscous Salad

Ingredients:
Raisins
Water
Chicken bouillon
Saffron
Couscous
Celery
Green onions
Fresh parsley
Lemon juice
Salt
Black pepper
Ground cinnamon
Olive oil

Directions:
1. Pine nuts
2. Place the raisins in a small bowl; pour boiling water over raisins, and let stand 10 minutes.
3. Drain and set aside.
4. Comine the chicken broth and saffron in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil.
5. Stir in couscous.
6. Cover, and remove from heat immediately.
7. Let stand for 4 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
8. Combine the couscous, raisins, celery, green onions, toasted pine nuts, and parsley in a large bowl; toss gently, and set aside. In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, salt, pepper, and cinnamon in a bowl; stir well.
9. Gradually add olive oil, beating constantly with a wire whisk until blended.
10. Pour dressing mixture over couscous mixture; toss gently.
11. Cover and chill thoroughly.