Nut Recipes

Spinach Pepita Pilaf

 

¾ cup chicken (or vegetable) broth

2/3 cup instant whole wheat cous-cous

1 T olive oil

½ medium red onion, diced

3 cloves of garlic, crushed

½ lb. chopped spinach (fresh or frozen)

1- 2.5 oz package FLANIGAN FARMS PEPITAS  (toasted if desired)

¼ t salt

¼ t fresh ground black pepper

¼ cup Parmesan cheese

 

Bring the chicken broth to a boil and add the cous-cous.  Stir then quickly cover and remove from heat.  Set aside.

 

Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil for about 5 minutes.  Add the spinach and continue to cook for about 5 more minutes, until spinach is wilted and tender.

 

Add the spinach mixture, Pepitas, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese to the cous-cous and stir well.  Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy!

Recipe uses PEPITAS (pumpkin seeds)