Pearl or Israeli Couscous

Total time: 15 minutes
    This is slightly different than regular couscous.  It's larger than traditional couscous with a pearly, luminescent finish.  The texture it similar to that of barley, moist and a bit chewy.  Substitute Basmati rice.

 Ingredients: 

• 1/2 cup pearl couscous 
• 1 cup (8oz, 240ml) chicken stock
• 1 tbs fresh, snipped chives  substitute 1 tsp dried

 Instructions:

• Bring chicken stock and couscous to a boil in a small saucepan. 
• Cover and cook 10 minutes. 
• Uncover and drain any excess liquid.  Fluff with fork, add chives and serve.

Note: Or follow package directions...