Pearled Couscous – Basil & Herb
You can impress your family and friends when you serve them new Near East Basil & Herb Pearled Couscous. Made with pasta pearls that are larger than traditional couscous, its unique and appealing texture will create a delicious and sophisticated side dish that is sure to impress everyone at your table. Near East® Basil & Herb Pearled Couscous is Kosher Certified *OU-DAIRY*.
Ingredient & Nutrition Information
Ingredients
COUSCOUS (WHEAT FLOUR), AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT*, GARLIC*, SALT, BASIL*, WHEY, ONIONS*, PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), CULTURED NONFAT MILK, CREAM, SUNFLOWER OIL, OLIVE OIL, PARSLEY*, NONFAT MILK, ROMANO CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVOR. *DRIED. CONTAINS WHEAT AND MILK INGREDIENTS.
| Amount Per Serving | As Packaged | As Prepared |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 | 260 |
| Calories from Fat | 20 | 40 |
| % Daily Value** | ||
| Total Fat 2g | 3% | 7% |
| Saturated Fat .5g | 3% | 6% |
| Trans Fat 0g | ||
| Cholesterol 5mg | 1% | 1% |
| Sodium 710mg | 29% | 30% |
| Total Carbs 52g | 17% | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 12% | 15% |
| Sugars 1g | ||
| Protein 9g | ||
| Vitamin A | 0% | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0% | 2% |
| Calcium | 4% | 4% |
| Iron | 6% | 8% |
*Amount as packaged. When prepared as directed, a serving of couscous and seasoning plus olive oil provides 4.5g Total Fat (1g Saturated Fat, 0g Trans Fat), 5mg Cholesterol, 710mg Sodium, 49g Total Carbohydrate (4g Dietary Fiber, 3g Sugars), and 10g Protein.
**Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on you calorie needs.
Preparation Information
Range Top Directions:
- In medium saucepan, combine 1-3/4 cups water, 1 tablespoon olive oil and Pearled Couscous. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a medium boil. Simmer at a medium boil for 8 minutes uncovered (product will be soupy). Stir occasionally.
- Add contents of Spice Sack and stir thoroughly. Bring back to a medium boil and simmer for 4-6 minutes or until pasta is tender (a small amount of water should remain).
- Let stand covered 4 to 5 minutes before serving. Stir well and serve immediately.
- Makes about 2 cups
- For best results, do not prepare in microwave.
Low Fat Directions:
- Follow the above preparation directions, except omit olive oil.
High Altitude Preparation:
- At high altitudes: Increase cook time in step 3 to 6 to 8 minutes. Increase water to 2 cups.
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