Range Top Directions
Ingredients
| Servings (about 1 cup cooked): 1 | 2 | About 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Couscous, uncooked: 1/3 cup | 3/4 cup | 1 box |
| Water, Broth or Juice: 1/2 cup | 1 cup | 2 cups |
| Salt (optional): pinch | 1/4 teaspoon | ~~1/2 teaspoon~~ |
| Olive Oil or Butter: 1 teaspoon | 2 teaspoons | ~~1 tablespoon~~ |
Method
1. In medium saucepan, bring water, salt (optional) and olive oil or butter just to a boil.
2. Stir in couscous; cover.
3. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes.
4. Fluff couscous lightly with fork before serving.
See side panel for Microwave, Low Fat and [cut off]
Note: She marked the whole-box column (1 box couscous to 2 cups liquid) and crossed out its salt and its olive oil or butter, so the couscous is cooked in plain liquid for the salad.