Whole Grain Couscous with Scallions and Mint

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped shallot
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 cups low sodium chicken broth, preferably homemade
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup whole wheat couscous or substitute quinoa or buckwheat for a gluten-free option
1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
2 tablespoons currants
1/4 cup scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped

Warm the olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add shallots and saute until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add thyme leaves and pour in the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, add salt as desired, and pepper. Add couscous, cover and let sit for about 5 minutes.
Remove cover, add pine nuts, currants, scallions, and mint. Fluff with a fork and serve.

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