Here's a super-simple and tasty way to prepare green lentils without a pressure cooker. Easy and very healthy, this legume has many advantages, as it is rich in nutrients. It's also very versatile, as ...

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 ...

Gather parsley sprigs, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf together; tie securely using kitchen twine. Set herb bundle aside. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium. Add shallots and garlic; cook, stirring ...

The majority of veggie burgers rely on black beans as the base. As delicious as they are, this legume may do a better job as ...

Beans of any type suit me fine. Lentils may top my list of favorites, though, because they don't need to soak before cooking and they cook so fast. It's easy to make a main dish with lentils and have ...

Italians eat lentils to bring good fortune, linking their round shape with gold coins. No wonder: at 20¢ per 1/2-cup cooked serving (of brown lentils), these peppery little legumes practically put ...

One myth about vegetarian diets is that cutting out meat means it’s tough to get enough protein and iron in your diet. But with one powerhouse pantry staple, you’ll get a high-protein vegetable ...

Discover a straightforward dosa batter recipe to make soft, crunchy dosas using rice and lentils. Follow simple steps of soaking, grinding and fermenting and enjoy hot, delicious dosas anytime.