Ingredients

  • 1 c. couscous
  • 1 1/2 c. boiling vegetable broth or water
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 c. (or less) olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped and drained (reserve 1/3 c. juice)
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. minced fresh or 1 tsp. dried basil
  • 1/3 c. raw cashews
  • 5 c. (about 5 oz.) loosely packed fresh spinach, stems removed and leaves torn into small pieces
  • freshly ground pepper
  • 1 c. Muenster or Cheddar cheese

Method

  • Combine the couscous, boiling stock or water and salt in a large bowl; cover with a plate.
  • Let sit 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.