The small but mighty lentil is a nutrient powerhouse that's great in soups, salads, and more. Score just-right doneness with our easy cooking tips.

You can use a rice cooker or pressure cooker (like an Instant Pot) to cook lentils, but even in just a pot with liquid they are quick cooking, says Tessa Nguyen, R.D., L.D.N., professional chef and ...

Lentils can be an addition to a nutrient-rich diet. Their health benefits include fiber, protein, and key vitamins. Lentils are edible seeds from the legume family. They’re well known for their lens ...

Not all lentils are appropriate for bowl action. Look for French green (also known as Lentilles du Puy) and black caviar (aka beluga) lentils. Unlike many other varieties, both the green and the black ...

This vegetarian twist on an Italian classic is the perfect way to ring in the cozy fall season! In this video, Chef Roscoe ...

Sautee carrots, celery and pancetta with oil for 5 minutes on medium heat. Add crushed tomato and juice to vegetables and cook for 10 minutes stirring often. Add Lentils. Season with salt, pepper and ...

Stay-Put Cooking is a kitchen dispatch while you're stuck at home social distancing. Check out the archive for more tips and tricks. In the spirit of squeezing some vegetable matter into your ...

1. Boil Cotechino in the wrapper as per instructions on the package. Once finished, set aside. 2. Pre-heat medium pot (7qt) medium/medium high heat. 3. Add EVOO 4. Add sliced onion and sauté on medium ...

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 ...