Company Couscous
Description
This savory couscous with peppers is flavored with garlic, red bell pepper, scallions, tomatoes, basil, and topped with Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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1 cup couscous
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1 cup boiling water
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
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4 green onions, sliced
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1 cup cherry tomatoes
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1 cup fresh basil leaves
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1 pinch salt
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1 pinch ground black pepper
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1 dash balsamic vinegar
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Stir couscous into boiling water and return water to a boil. Cover and remove pot from heat. Let stand 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
3
While couscous is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic, green onions, and peppers; sauté briefly. Stir in tomatoes, basil, cooked couscous, salt, and pepper. Mix together and transfer to a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Splash some balsamic vinegar on top.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese while still warm.