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.

My homemade lentil stew comes together in 20 minutes, and I make it every winter. You can add a myriad of different leftover vegetables from your fridge or freezer. The stew can be served over noodles ...

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Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. This thrifty ingredient makes weeknight cooking so much easier. The humble lentil is a kitchen powerhouse. Armando Rafael for The ...

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Looking at your pantry for meal inspo and aren't sure how to use lentils? We found some delicious, healthy recipes using the high-protein legume. If you’re like most of us who stocked up on groceries ...

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 ...

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 ...