Greg’s Spicy Couscous (Langly, WA): This month’s user recipe for Spicy Couscous Pilaf comes from Brother Greg from Langly, WA. Couscous has long been enjoyed as a staple in Morocco and North Africa. In fact, archaeological expeditions in Africa have found the kitchen utensils needed to prepare this dish dating to the 9th century.
Alison's HOT Polenta (White Plains, N.Y.): This user recipe comes from Sister Alison in White Plains, NY who has invented an amazing spicy polenta. Although she didn't know it when she made the recipe, polenta is a common African food, called Sadza in Zimbabwe, sima in Malawi, and mieelie pap in South Africa. This just goes to show that all the wide world over, great chefs think alike!
Broiled Shrimp (Mozambique): This easy entré only takes 10 minutes to prepare and another 5 to cook. But plan ahead as you need to marinate the shrimp for 2 hours before cooking.
