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Couscous is considered the national dish of Morocco. It is very common "shape" amongst many countries. Made from semolina, the hard part of the grain.  Using water to bind two parts of grain together into little pasta balls.  

You have a knack for writing and should consider writing books, and or team up with David Leibovitz (old pastry chef at Chez Panisse…who now lives in Paris)….he has a wonderful news letter also.  I always take my time reading both of your newsletter ( yours and his)  as there is so much care put into them.