Mediterranean Style Couscous Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN COUSCOUS

Steps:

• In a small skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon oil for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , 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 onion mixture and couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Stir in tomatoes and cheese.

MEDITERRANEAN COUSCOUS

Steps:

• Put the couscous in a large mixing bowl. Put the chicken stock and apricots in a saucepan, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Pour the boiling liquid over the couscous, and shake the bowl to moisten every grain. Sprinkle the olives and scallions over the top and cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap. Let stand 10 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed.
• To serve, season the couscous with salt and pepper and fluff with a fork. Serve warm or at room temperature.

MEDITERRANEAN COUSCOUS

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients EXCEPT couscous in a pot. Bring to a boil uncovered.
• Remove from heat and immediately stir in couscous. Let stand 5 minutes, covered.
• Fluff with a fork **Important** or it turns to a brick!
• Can be served hot or chill to make a wonderful salad.