Near East Pearled Basil & Herb Flavors Couscous Mix, 5 oz
Near east pearled couscous is a delicious couscous from a long-established company. This formula is quick and easy to cook. Simply add the ingredients to a saucepan, bring to a boil and allow to cook uncovered. Pearled couscous can be eaten alone as a side dish or mixed into many different recipes such as casseroles and salads, for additional flavor, fiber, and health benefits. Each box contains 5 oz. of kosher couscous.
Nutrition Facts (as Packaged)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 200
* the % daily value (dv) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Nutrition Facts (as Prepared)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 240
* the % daily value (dv) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Details
- Contains wheat, milk, soy
- Has low-fat preparation instructions
- Kosher
- One 5 oz. box of near east pearled couscous, basil and herb
- Zero grams of trans fat per serving
Ingredients
Wheat flour, garlic, autolyzed yeast extract, salt, basil, onions, sunflower oil, whey, parmesan cheese (milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), cultured nonfat milk, butter (cream, salt), yeast extract, olive oil, parsley*, romano cheese (milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), nonfat dry milk, milk powder, natural flavor, soy protein isolate.
Allergens
Allergens: Milk, Soy / soybeans, Wheat
Product Attributes
Kosher: yes
Product Certifications
Kosher Certifier: Orthodox Union Kosher
Kosher Type: Yes-dairy
Instructions
Cooking Instructions: Range top directions 1. In medium saucepan, combine 1-3/4 cups water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and pearled couscous. Bring to a boil. 2. Reduce heat to a medium boil. Simmer at a medium boil for 8 minutes uncovered (product will be soupy). Stir occasionally. 3. Add contents of spice sack and stir thoroughly. Bring back to medium boil and simmer for 4 to 6 minutes or until pasta is tender (a small amount of water should remain). 4. Let stand covered 4 to 5 minutes before serving. Stir well and serve immediately. About 2 cups prepared high altitude preparation at high altitude, increase water to 2 cups and cook time in step 3 to 6 to 8 minutes. Low fat directions follow package directions, except omit olive oil. (see nutrition facts for sodium content.)
Safe handling instructions: this product is not ready-to-eat and must be thoroughly cooked before eating to prevent illness from potential bacteria in the product. Do not eat or play with raw product; wash hands, utensils, and surfaces after handling., See side panel for additional product information.
