Fragrant Couscous

• 1 1/2 pounds Couscous
• 8 ounces Peanuts -- broken small
• 4 ounces Raisins
• 4 ounces Dried cherries
• 1 tablespoon Cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon Ginger powder
• 1 teaspoon Saffron (soaked in water)

Prepare couscous in water according to package directions. In a large bowl add remaining ingredients to cooked couscous. If this is to be used as a side dish, reheat mixture in 350 degree oven for 20 minutes. You can also use this top stuff eggplant, squash or tomatoes.
Source: Vegetarian Journal, May/Jun 1995 from Pooh's Recipe dbase