Plain Couscous:

• 2 cups couscous
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• Salt & Pepper
• 2 cups boiling water, plus a splash

Method:

1. Put a kettle on to boil
2. Place couscous in a bowl
3. Add salt & pepper to taste
4. Pour in olive oil
5. Using your index finger, mix the couscous and oil until the grains are coated – the couscous should look like damp sand
6. Partially cover the bowl with cling wrap, leaving a small gap to add the water
7. As soon as the kettle boils, add 2 cups of boiling water plus a quick splash
8. Immediately cover the bowl with the cling wrap
9. Give the bowl a gentle swirl and cover with a tea towel
10. Leave covered for at least 20 minutes
11. Before serving gently tease the grains with a fork