Couscous with Fresh Cilantro and Lemon Juice

Ingredients

• 1/2 C olive oil
• 8 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp turmeric
• 7 C water
• 4 tsp finely grated lemon peel
• 2 tsp coarse kosher salt
• 6 C plain couscous
• 1 C chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 C fresh lemon juice

Directions

1. Heat oil in medium saucepan over high heat. Add garlic and turmeric, stir one minute.
2. Add water, lemon peel, and salt. Bring to boil.
3. Remove from heat, stir in couscous and cover.
4. Let stand until liquid is absorbed.
5. Fluff with fork, mix in cilantro and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.