asparagus parmesan couscous

I like to use pearl couscous - saute 1 c. pearl couscous in 1 tsp. butter for a few minutes to brown it a bit.  Stir in 1 1/2 c. boiling water, 1 c. (2") diagonally cut asparagus, and 1/2 tsp. salt.  Cover and let simmer until couscous is cooked per package instructions.  Stir in some minced fresh herbs, pepper to taste, and about 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese.  Serves 4.