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near east parmesan couscous

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Recipe by
LINDA BAILEY
@miffed13
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI

Bring the flavors of the Mediterranean into your home with this copycat Near East Parmesan couscous recipe. Serve this couscous recipe as a light side dish and your guests will think it must be straight from a box.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For near east parmesan couscous

  • 1 c
    dry couscous
  • 1 c
    chicken stock
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1/2
    onion, minced
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1/3 c
    grated parmesan cheese

How To Make near east parmesan couscous

  • 1
    Melt butter in a saucepan on medium heat. Add garlic and onions and saute until soft. Add chicken stock and bring to a boil. Add couscous. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for five minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  • 2
    Add remaining ingredients: pepper, balsamic vinegar, and grated Parmesan. Fluff again and serve while hot. DO NOT overcook. It will become a gloppy mess if you allow it to sit too long. Yummy add-ins include feta or goat cheese, basil, parsley, diced or sun-dried tomatoes.
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