Cous Cous with Chia and Basil

Ingredients

• 1 large tablespoon of butter
• 1 large red onion finely chopped
• 1-2 cloves of garlic (crushed)
• 2 tablespoons organic chia seed
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup organic cous-cous
• 1/4 cup fresh basil
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese finely grated
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Add butter, onion and garlic to a large saucepan and cook for 2-3 mins. Add the chia, stirring continuously for 1 min.

Next add the chicken stock, couscous, salt & pepper and stir through. Bring to the boil, then cover & remove from heat. Let it stand for about 5 mins or untl all the stock is absorbed and the couscous is light & fluffy. Stir through cheese & fresh basil and serve. Serve with meat of your choice and fresh crusty bread.