Hi! I have neglected my blog for far too long. Last night I tried a new recipe that inspired me to share it on here. I found the recipe on allrecipes.com. I love the earthy flavors that the whole wheat couscous and toasted almonds give to this dish. It makes a perfect fast and healthy meal for the summer.
Kale and White Bean Couscous
Ingredients:
1 cup water
2 tbsp butter
1 cup whole wheat couscous
2 tbsp olive oil
1 (15oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (alternative white beans can be used)
1 cup chopped kale
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 cup whole almonds, halved (toast first at 350 degrees until you smell the almonds)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and back pepper to taste
Method: (Makes 4 servings)
1. Bring water and butter to a boil in a saucepan; remove from heat. Add couscous and stir well. Cover saucepan and let couscous sit until water absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir cannellini beans, kale, and garlic in the hot oil until kale is wilted, 5 to 10 minutes. mix kale mixture into couscous; fold in almonds.
3. When serving, top with Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
If you try it, let me know how you like it!
