Lentils are tiny, mighty, and endlessly versatile. Here's how to make the most of them in every dish.

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.

This video shows how to make chorizo-seasoned lentils using simple ingredients and a fast, practical method. The process ...

If you’ve ever had a ho-hum bowl of lentil soup, you could be forgiven for thinking lentils are boring. But “if they’re cooked well, they can be luxurious,” says 2024 F&W Best New Chef Karyn Tomlinson ...

I don’t know why I overlook the humble lentil. These tiny legumes that resemble pancaked pebbles are often bypassed in my pantry, as I reach for grains and beans. When I finally do cook lentils, I ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...