Lentils are an amazing superfood that has some serious positive health benefits for our bodies. It's a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of ways, especially for those who are looking ...

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 are at the top of my list for when I want to cook from my pantry. These versatile little legumes (sometimes called pulses) are high in protein, inexpensive, shelf-stable and quick to cook.

Hummus is one of the quintessential dips, not only in the Middle East, but all over the world. While the store-bought variety ...

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 ...

In my kitchen, dry lentils get about the same treatment as dry beans. That is, on the rare occasion that I buy them, they land at the back of the pantry where they are promptly forgotten for months or ...

Here’s a warm and inviting, vegetarian winter stew. It’s made with lentils and sweet potatoes. Lentils are a good source of protein and don’t need presoaking. Smoked paprika adds a smokey flavor. I ...

Here is a low-budget, healthy dinner. Ground white-meat turkey, well-seasoned and served in a light tomato sauce, makes a delicious complement for spicy lentils. Be sure the package says white meat ...

On dark and gloomy mornings this week, I’ve been cheered by the fact that Friday is Holi. Also known as the Festival of Colors, the Hindu holiday welcomes spring and emphasizes love, community and the ...