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.

Whether you’re after an easy weeknight dinner or a more involved project, lentils meet cooks right where they are. Lentils ...

Learn how to make a nutritious and flavorful Spanish lentil stew with tender salmon. This quick and easy recipe is perfect ...

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 ...

This healthy lentil soup is easy to make, protein-packed, and deeply comforting. Made with lentils, chickpeas, vegetables, and a rich broth, it simmers into a hearty soup that’s perfect for weeknight ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...