Couscous with Feta and Spinach

This is a side dish inspired by a super expensive by-the-pound dish we saw at Central Market's deli. We happened to have all ingredients around so I threw it together last night.

Couscous with Feta and Spinach

1 c. uncooked couscous
2 tbsp. vegetable or olive oil
salt
1 1/2 c. boiling water
A few handfuls of green leafy spinach leaves, chopped coarsely
3/4 c. feta

Put the oil and a little salt into a pan and heat up. Add the couscous and let it brown for about three minutes in the oil, stirring often to avoid burning.

Add the boiling water and take off the heat. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes to absorb all the water. Mix in the spinach and feta (to taste - we LOVE cheese and so we put in about 3/4 c. but it's up to you). Add more salt to taste. Serve. Makes about 3 servings. Easily doubled.

Added note: We actually used lemon salt for this - we picked up a packet at IKEA and it's really good in small doses, and the flavor was perfect for this dish. However, regular salt will do nicely, though we always use kosher salt! We also plan to use some basil next time in place of some of the spinach.