Creative Cooking Ideas

What You Need:

• 1 (10-ounce) pkg. plain couscous
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 3/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 3/4 cup sweet yellow pepper, chopped
• 3/4 cup almonds, toasted
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

How to Make It:

Prepare the couscous as directed on the package.

When the couscous is cooked, place it in a large salad bowl and fluff with a fork. Cover the bowl and refrigerate 30 minutes or until completely chilled.

When chilled, remove the couscous from the refrigerator and stir in the cranberries. Add the onions, sweet pepper, and almonds. Toss to combine all the ingredients.

Place the lemon juice into a small mixing bowl. Add the oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Use a whisk to mix the ingredients together well.

Drizzle the dressing into the salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

Serves 14.

**Couscous is a North African pasta that can be used in many different dishes. It is available in most large supermarkets.