Couscous Pudding with Caramelized Pecans Recipe

Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings:

• Couscous Pudding:
• cup water
• cup couscous
• teaspoon salt
• 2 cups fat-free milk
• cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• teaspoon vanilla extract
• Caramelized Pecans:
• 3 tablespoons butter
• cup chopped pecans
• cup white sugar

Directions

Step 1: Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in couscous and salt. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes.

Step 2: Stir in the milk and cup sugar into the couscous mixture, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook while stirring until the mixture is slightly thickened, around 10 minutes.

Step 3: Remove from heat and whisk in the eggs. Return to the stovetop and cook, stirring frequently, until the pudding reaches a creamy consistency, about 5 minutes.

Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the pudding cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally, which will take about 30 minutes.

Step 5: Spoon the pudding into bowls, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until fully set.

Step 6: Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the chopped pecans and cup white sugar. Cook, stirring frequently, until the pecans are coated and the caramel thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 7: Serve the caramelized pecans and sauce either on top of the pudding or on the side.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 485
• Total Fat: 22g (28% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 7g (37% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 118mg (39% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 297mg (13% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 63g (23% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 3g (9% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 44g
• Protein: 12g (23% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 0mg (0% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 186mg (14% Daily Value)
• Iron: 1mg (6% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 326mg (7% Daily Value)

Note: Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Important: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. The amount is based on available nutrient data. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or a registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.