Lentils often get the undeserved rap that they are boring. But people all over the world know the truth — that they're versatile, satisfying and the perfect low-maintenance alternative to beans.

Lentil soup is a great meal on its own or with a simple accompaniment. Serve it with warm no-knead dinner rolls for dipping, ...

You can use a rice cooker or pressure cooker (like an Instant Pot) to cook lentils, but even in just a pot with liquid they are quick cooking, says Tessa Nguyen, R.D., L.D.N., professional chef and ...

Lentils, like beans and chickpeas, are versatile, comforting and nutritious. They’re an ideal pantry staple because, unlike their legume cousins, they don’t require pre-soaking and they cook quickly.

Do you ever plan your weekly grocery run based on cleaning out the pantry? When you've got things on hand that need to be used up, it saves both time and money! Lentils are seeds that grow in pods and ...

Lentils don't always have the most exciting reputation. People tend to associate the tiny pulse with dark brown, mushy and bland soups, says cookbook author Crescent Dragonwagon, the source of a very ...

Classic comfort food at its finest! Simmer a pot of easy lentil soup on the stovetop for a simple meal that everyone loves. With crispy bacon, protein-packed lentils and plenty of fresh veggies, this ...

For more mouth-watering things to cook, check out our SideDish Recipes archive here. Never underestimate the adaptability of a good lentil soup. It’s the sort of meal—yes, meal not appetizer—that does ...

If you’re looking for a quick and inexpensive meal that’s also flavorful, PBS chef Pati Jinich’s rice with lentils and caramelized onions fits the bill. Jinich’s recipe may be easy to make but it’s ...

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Do you ever plan your weekly grocery run based on cleaning out the pantry? When you've got things on hand that need to be used up, it saves both time and money! Lentils are one ingredient hanging out ...

Lentils don’t always have the most exciting reputation. People tend to associate the tiny pulse with dark brown, mushy and bland soups, says cookbook author Crescent Dragonwagon. Other cultures seem ...