Spanish-Style Couscous (Quick

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty one-pot meal combining savory beef and aromatic spices with fluffy couscous.
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This Spanish-style couscous is a comforting, protein-packed dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes. The lean ground beef is browned with onions and garlic, then infused with warm cumin and dried thyme for a rich, aromatic base. The couscous absorbs the flavorful beef broth, creating a tender, savory dish that feels both rustic and refined. It&# 226;€™s perfect for busy weeknights when you need something satisfying without the fuss. Serve it family-style for a cozy meal that everyone will love.

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Spanish-Style Couscous (Quick

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 582.0

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This Spanish-style couscous is a comforting, protein-packed dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes. The lean ground beef is browned with onions and garlic, then infused with warm cumin and dried thyme for a rich, aromatic base. The couscous absorbs the flavorful beef broth, creating a tender, savory dish that feels both rustic and refined. It&# 226;€™s perfect for busy weeknights when you need something satisfying without the fuss. Serve it family-style for a cozy meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat and add the lean ground beef.
  2. Cook the beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened and fragrant.
  4. Stir in the ground cumin and dried thyme leaves, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices.
  5. Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Stir in the couscous and the pimiento-stuffed green peppers.
  7. Remove from heat, cover tightly, and let stand for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the liquid.
  8. Fluff the couscous with a fork and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 582.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.8g42%
Saturated Fat 10.6g53%
Cholesterol 164.3mg55%
Sodium 159.6mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 17.5g6%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g10%
Sugars 1.3g
Protein 60.8g122%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: beef, boiling, broth, couscous, cumin, dinner, easy, family, garlic, ground beef, healthy, herbs, meat, one-pot, onion, quick, spanish, spicy, thyme, weeknight
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