It's mac and cheese in small, round form! Chef john's recipe swaps israeli couscous for the macaroni and gets a bit of heat from diced pimentos and cayenne pepper.
Ingredients for Israeli Couscous And Cheese Recipe
1/2 teaspoon Butter
1/4 cup Pearl Couscous
1/2 cup Chicken Broth
0.13 cup Heavy cream
0.06 cup Diced pimientos
1/4 As required Pinch cayenne pepper, or more
3/4 ounce Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1/4 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Chives
Nutrition value
291
calories per serving
9 g Fat26 g Protein24 g Carbs5 g FiberOther
Current Totals
Fat
9g
Protein
26g
Carbs
24g
Fiber
5g
MacroNutrients
Carbs
24g
Protein
26g
Fiber
5g
Fats
Fat
9g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
212mg
Iron
2mg
Vitamin A
52mcg
Vitamin B1
< 1mg
Vitamin B2
< 1mg
Vitamin B3
4mg
Vitamin B6
< 1mg
Vitamin B9
22mcg
Vitamin B12
< 1mcg
Vitamin C
< 1mg
Vitamin E
< 1mg
Copper
< 1mcg
Magnesium
68mg
Manganese
< 1mg
Phosphorus
332mg
Selenium
29mcg
Zinc
3mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment