Vegetarian, Low-Fat Fruity Lentils With Whole Wheat Couscous (high fiber)

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Vegetarian, Low-Fat Fruity Lentils With Whole Wheat Couscous (high fiber)

 

1 onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

6 cups vegetable boullion

2 tsps. pumpkin pie spice blend or 1-tsp cinnamon and 1 pinch ground cloves

1 pinch cayenne or to taste

1 cup dried lentils

1/2 cup golden raisins

1/2 cup currants or dried cranberries

1 cup whole wheat couscous

 

Cook the onion and the garlic in 1/2 cup of the bouillon for 5- 10 minutes,

or until softened. Stir in the remaining bouillon, spices, and lentils,

bring to a boil and simmer 45 minutes or until the lentils are tender. Stir

in the dried fruits and simmer 5 minutes; add the couscous and simmer 2

minutes more. Let sit, covered, 5 minutes; fluff with a fork and serve.

Makes 8 servings.

Calories...348...Fat...3 g...Protein..15 g....Carbs..67 g...Sodium..1227 mg

.....Fiber...12 g.