Israeli Couscous Mac and Cheese
Ingredients List
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2 teaspoons unsalted butter
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1 cup pearl (Israeli) couscous
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2 cups chicken broth
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½ cup heavy cream
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¼ cup diced pimentos
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1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to taste
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3 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
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salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add couscous and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 6 to 7 minutes, until most of the broth is absorbed and the couscous is plump.
Stir in the heavy cream and pimentos, then sprinkle in the cayenne pepper. Continue cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the couscous is tender, adding more broth if necessary.
Remove from heat and stir in the Cheddar cheese until fully melted. Mix in chives, and season with salt, black pepper, and additional cayenne pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 360 | Calories |
| 21g | Fat |
| 31g | Carbs |
| 12g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 360 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 21g | 27% |
| Saturated Fat 13g | 64% |
| Cholesterol 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium 784mg | 34% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 8% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 12g | 23% |
| Vitamin C 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium 184mg | 14% |
| Iron 1mg | 4% |
| Potassium 128mg | 3% |
* 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.
Evaluation :
5/5