Even if you’re not a vegetarian, knowing how to cook these tasty little legumes and how to use them in recipes has great ...

Turn leftover cooked red lentils into a surprisingly decadent treat by blending them with cocoa powder, melted vegan dark ...

One cup of lentils to three cups of water is a standard ratio. You can use another liquid, like chicken or vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a rapid simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce ...

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

Lentils do not need soaking before cooking. Some will hold their shape well when cooked; others will collapse once cooked, so you need to decide what kind of recipe you are using the lentils for.

Easy and affordable, this simple recipe for lentil stew is ideal for batch cooking and can be used in different ways throughout the week. Learn how to make the basic version, then use up any ...

Use lentils as a base for stews and curries, as a replacement for meat in patties or mixed into leafy green salads for one-bowl meals, like this lentil and quinoa salad.

Describing his lentil Bolognese as wonderfully "hearty", he pairs the lentils with pappardelle pasta. "But you could use tagliatelle, penne, farfalle or any pasta shape that you prefer," Jamie ...