Jeweled Couscous

1 1/2 cup water
1/2 t salt
1 T butter (optional)
1 cup couscous
1/3 cup craisins
1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/2 t ginger
1/2 t cinnamon
1/4 t cumin

Bring water, salt and butter to a boil. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand until the water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff couscous.