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Couscous with Parmesan Recipe

Couscous with Parmesan Recipe
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Couscous with Parmesan – a quick and delicious side dish ready in just 8 minutes. Perfect for busy days when time is short!

Ingredients

Couscous:

  • 1 cup couscous

Stock Mixture:

  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 2 garlic cloves, cores removed and crushed
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Salt, to taste

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 cup fresh grated parmesan
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves (loosely packed, optional)
  • 2 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves (optional)
  • ¼ cup pine nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Couscous: Place couscous in a heatproof bowl.
  2. Prepare Stock Mixture: Heat chicken stock until boiling, then stir in butter, garlic, and salt.
  3. Combine: Pour hot stock over couscous, cover, and let sit for 3 minutes.
  4. Finalize Dish: Fluff couscous with a fork, then stir in parmesan, parsley, oregano, and pine nuts.

Notes

  • Check the pack of couscous for specific cooking instructions as cook times may vary.
  • Removing the core of garlic cloves can result in a milder flavor.
  • Consider using a plate instead of plastic wrap to cover the bowl during resting time.
  • Adding garlic to the hot stock infuses the dish with a mellow garlic flavor.
  • Calories provided are approximate and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods.

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