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.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, the source of a very ...