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Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 small onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 rosemary sprigs, leaves stripped and chopped (includes garnish)
- 1 cup Israeli couscous
- 2 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (includes some for garnish)
- Lemon quarters for garnish (optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 581g | |
| Calories 279 | |
| Calories from Fat 183 | 66% |
| Total Fat 20.81g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat 6.22g | 25% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium 3428mg | 143% |
| Potassium 143mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs 14.48g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.6g | 5% |
| Sugars 6.48g | 4% |
| Protein 10.54g | 17% |
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