Company Couscous

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Mar 28, 2011

Great recipe! I made this easy on myself and just used a box of couscous and followed the directions on the back. I then tossed in the garlic, red bell pepper, green onion and cherry tomato. I cut the amount of basil in half. I added a bit more balsamic and added 2 Tbsp. of grated Parmesan right to the mixture. I baked it at 350 for 20 minutes and then topped with some shredded Parmesan cheese. Overall, very good.

—Jillian

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jun 20, 2007

Made this recipe as directed with the exception that I used whole wheat couscous. Mediocre at best. Family wasn't crazy for it and son and hubby didn't even finish eating their portion. I threw the rest away. I can't even think of a way to make it better - couscous just isn't something we're going to eat - it's boring and bland.

—cmccreight

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Sep 19, 2004

As others suggested, I used chicken broth instead of water. I also quatered my cherry tomatoes, and had to substitute regular onion instead of green onions, and added more parmesian cheese than called for. Overall, a great recipe, and my entire family loved it!

—JENNBHAVE

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Jul 24, 2003

Excellent recipe! Very easy and healthy too...will make again!

—GINNYG

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Jul 18, 2010

Made this for International Day at my sons school. I never made couscous before but this was DELICIOUS! Will be making this often for our family. I think this would make a great cold salad too the next day - as if there would BE any leftovers ! LOL XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Made this a few times now. The 2nd time I made it I cooked the veggies well enough to omit the baking stage. I dried out the dish too much and is really not necessary. Once the veggies were *ALMOST* cooked through I added the boiling water and the couscous. I used the "ready in 5 minutes" kind. I added the cheese just prior to serving. It came out moist and used less dishes! I continue to make it this way and YES, it makes a nice cold lunch "salad" the next day.

—What's for dinner, mom?

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Jan 20, 2005

5 stars because it's a super side dish that is quick and easy. This was a big hit with the adults at our house. I used chicken stock instead of water, omitted the red pepper, cut back on the oil and didn't use salt or pepper and it was great. I made it up to the oven part ahead a little bit and then popped it in the oven 20 before the rest of dinner was ready. I served this with Feta-Stuffed Chicken. It was a wonderful compliment since both recipes have fresh basil. Speaking of basil, I julienned it for this recipe.

—LIVING4HIM

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Jul 24, 2003

This tasted wonderful - I'd add extra cheese to it and increase the bell peppers - maybe even double them. Also it would be a good idea to chop the basil even though the recipe doesn't tell you to.

—SFGIRL

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Nov 26, 2007

I loved this recipe. I used 1 1/2 cups chicken broth instead of 1 to make more moist and flavorful. I did not use tomatoes as I do not like them. I also used regular white onion rather then green onion and added more vinegar. Was VERY flavorful. If yours was not then add more vinegar, salt and pepper.

—amylovescooking

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Nutrition

Calories
299 kcal
15%

Carbohydrates
38 g
12%

Cholesterol
6 mg
2%

Fat
12.4 g
19%

Fiber
3.2 g
13%

Protein
9.1 g
18%

Sodium
293 mg
12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Company Couscous

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 299
** Calories from Fat: 111

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 12.4g 19 %
** Saturated Fat 2.6g 13 %
** Cholesterol 6mg 2 %
** Sodium 293mg 12 %
** Potassium 259mg 7 %
** Total Carbohydrates 38g 12 %
** Dietary Fiber 3.2g 13 %
** Protein 9.1g 18 %
** Sugars 2g
** Vitamin A 28 %
** Vitamin C 49 %
** Calcium 15 %
** Iron 15 %
** Thiamin 11 %
** Niacin 29 %
** Vitamin B6 9 %
** Magnesium 13 %
** Folate 18 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.