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Osem Couscous, Original Plain

Product details

A small, fluffy & tasty semolina wheat pasta of North African origin. Preparation Time: 5 mins. 100% natural. Cholesterol free. Sodium free. Saturated fat free. Also Available: Whole wheat. It's good, it's Osem. Good to Know: Carbohydrates are the main energy source in our daily diet. For a balanced meal it is recommended to combine a serving of carbohydrates with a serving of protein (chicken, meat, fish, etc.) and vegetables. Good to be in touch. Couscous is a North African dish made from wheat semolina of superior quality. Due to a great progress in communication, and as a result of relations between people of different countries, the consumption of couscous has increased throughout the world and specifically in Europe and North America. Couscous is made from semolina and water, without additives, and has high nutritional values. Couscous is light, delicious, and can be prepared very quickly. Couscous can be served as a side dish with: meat, chicken, fish or just vegetables. Food Guide Pyramid: The united States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends 6-11 daily servings of bread, pasta, cereal and rice, as part of a total diet. No preservatives. No food coloring. No cooking required. Just add boiling water. Produced in Israel for Osem Food Industries Ltd., POB 934 Shoham 60850, Israel.

Additional info

In a medium saucepan, bring 1-1/2 cups of water, 1 tablespoon of Osem Consomme (optional) and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a boil. Add contents of bag (1-1/2 cups of Couscous). Remove from heat, stir well and cover saucepan. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff cooked Couscous with a fork. Season to taste. Add a tablespoon of olive oil (optional) and let stand uncovered for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite vegetables, meat, chicken or fish. For added flavor, in a separate pan, saute an onion in olive oil and add to cooked Couscous before serving. Microwave: In a large microwave bowl combine 1-1/2 cups of boiling water, 1 tablespoon of Osem Consomme (optional) and 2 tablespoons of olive oil with the contents of bag (1-1/2 cups of Couscous). Stir well, cover and microwave for 3 minutes. Fluff cooked Couscous with a fork. Season to taste. Add a tablespoon of olive oil (optional) and let stand uncovered for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite vegetables, meat, chicken or fish. For added flavor, in a separate pan, saute an onion in olive oil and add to cooked Couscous before serving.