Low Budget Recipe: Garlic Lemon Couscous- Recipe in Comments

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Although it may seem off putting Couscous is a delicious pasta that’s quick to make and versatile when it comes to preparation. Its quick and easy to cook, making it optimal for bust people in need of a quick fix.

**Ingredients**

1 1/4 cups water or 1 1/4 cups broth

1 cup of Couscous

Salt, to taste

1/2 a cup of Cherry Tomatoes (Optional)

Lemon Garlic Compound Butter

4 tbsp of Butter

1 tbsp of Lemon Juice

2 cloves of Garlic

1/2 a tsp Salt

1/2 a tsp Garlic Powder

1 tsp Italian Seasoning Mix

**Instructions**

1. Bring the water or broth to a boil.

2. Add in desired amount of Salt and Couscous. Let cook for 5 minutes

3. In a small bowl, combine compound butter ingredients. Mix until smooth.

4. Heat compound butter in a saucepan or skillet. Once melted and evenly spread, add in couscous stir to coat evenly. Remove from heat when evenly coated in butter and serve and enjoy.

Thanks! This will be perfect with my chicken piccata tonight!