Sun-dried Tomato and Parmesan Couscous Mix

By á-3341

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (dry-not packed in oil)
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 T pinenuts
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat couscous
• 3 T grated parmesan cheese
• 1 T dried minced onion
• 1 T dried parsley
• 1 t dried oregano
• 1 t dried rosemary
• 1/2 t salt
• 1/8 t pepper

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the sun-dried tomatoes and water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 2 minutes, or unitl softened. Drain, let cool, then blot thoroughly with paper towels. Chop finely and set aside.

In a small skillet stir pine nuts over medium-low heat until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. transfer to a plate to cool.

In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes, pine nuts and all remaining ingredients. Transfer to a jar or zip-lock close bag. Then refrigerate for up to 1 month.

To prepare:
In a medium sauce pan, combine the couscous mixture with 2 1/2 cups of water and 1 t of olive oil or butter. Bring to a boil and then cover. Remove from the heat and let stand 5-10 minutes or unitl all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork before serving.