Near east couscous mix original plain is a delicious couscous from a long-established company. This formula is quick and easy to cook. Simply add the ingredients to a saucepan bring to a boil add the couscous and remove from heat. After five minutes the couscous is ready. Couscous can be eaten alone as a side dish or mixed into many different recipes such as casseroles and salads for additional flavor protein fiber and health benefits. Each box contains 10 oz of kosher couscous.