Parmesan Couscous

This couscous recipe is easy to make and it pairs well with most grilled fish or chicken. You get hints of the garlic and onion flavors and a nice buttery taste. The flavor isn't too strong, but if you want it a little stronger use more garlic, and maybe some more green onions too. Serves about 4-6 people
Ingredients:
1/3 Cup green onions (scallions), sliced
1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 Cup Israeli (pearl) couscous, or regular couscous
1 or 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 Cups water
1 Tablespoon butter, unsalted
1-2 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped. You can use dried too.
1/2 Cup Parmesan cheese, grated
black pepper, to taste
table salt, to taste

1. Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and warm the oil.
2. Once oil is warmed, add the green onions and garlic. Saute for 2-3 minutes. Do not brown. Add the couscous to the green onion mixture, and stir continuously  for about 1-5 minuets to lightly toast. Then remove from heat and place the mixture in a small bowl. Set aside.
3. Using the same saucepan, add the water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once water is boiling add the couscous mixture to the pan. Stir to combine. Cover the pan and turn the heat down to low. Make sure it is simmering gently. Cook 8-10 minutes stirring occasionally. 
4. When the couscous is done cooking add rest of the ingredients and serve immediately.

From the website Cooking Planit recipe by Emily Wilson