Hearty Pearl Couscous With Leeks And Dried Cherries – Simmer + Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup pearl couscous
• 2 cups vegetable stock (or water)
• 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 cup leeks, white and green parts only, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/3 cup dried cherries, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chives, minced
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper