Moroccan-Spiced Beef Tagine with Couscous

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1 cup couscous

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes total. Remove beef to a plate.

2. 2

   Reduce heat to medium, add another 1 tbsp olive oil to the pot. Add the onion and carrots and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.