Blu Gourmet Pearl Couscous with Peas and Parmesan

March 8, 2011 in All Couscous Recipes, by Gabriel Gate by Gabriel Gate

Posted March 8, 2011 by Gabriel Gate
A quick meal for people on the go. View our video instructions.

Posted in : Cuisines :
  • Prep Time :
    5 minute(s)
  • Cook Time :
    15 minute(s)
  • Ready Time :
    20 minute(s)

Servings

2 People

Ingredients

  • 1 cup(s) Blu gourmet pearl couscous
  • 2 tablespoon(s)s extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 brown onion (chopped)
  • 1 strip(s) bacon (finely diced)
  • 1 & 1/2 cup(s)s Stock
  • 1 cup(s) green peas
  • 3 tablespoon(s)s finely grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon(s) butter (optional)
  • 4 tablespoon(s)s parsley (chopped)

Directions

  1. Pour olive oil into a non-stick pan over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and bacon and, while stirring, cook for 2-3 minutes without browning.
  3. Add stock or water and bring to the boil. Stir in pearl couscous and seasonings.
  4. Bring to a simmer, add peas, cover pan and cook for 8-10 minutes, adding a little boiling water from a kettle if a bit dry.
  5. When it’s cooked the stock will have been absorbed.
  6. Stir in the parmesan, the butter, the parsley and the garlic and serve.