Friday, October 22, 2010

Mediterranean Couscous

I had my brother Frank over last night, and knowing he loves couscous, I made this dish.
Everyone enjoyed it, even the boys.


1/2 cup chopped onion
6 garlic cloves minced
2 TB Olive Oil --divided--
1 1/4 cup water
1 pkg (5.6 oz) couscous with toasted pine nuts
1 1/2 tsp chicken bouillon granules
1/2 cup tomato chopped about 1 in thick or cherry tomatoes cut in half
2 TB grated parmesan cheese

In a small skillet saute onion and garlic in 1 TB oil for 4 minutes or until tender.
Meanwhile in a large saucepan, combine the water, contents of seasoning packet from couscous mix, bouillon and remaining oil. Bring to a boil.
Stir in the onion mixture and couscous. Cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork. Stir in tomatoes and parmesan cheese.