Read more: 11 Uncommon Spices That Will Impress Everyone You Cook For There are plenty of reasons to cook with red lentils, and hummus is the perfect example -- as expert Jem Mantiri explained ...

Other varieties won't work as well. For example, beluga lentils (black lentils) and French lentils (grey or green lentils) cannot be substituted in because they hold their shape when cooked and ...

Although the focus isn’t on savory food, you’ll still need a filling meal to fuel you, and a bowl of hearty lentils will do just that. This recipe is a warm, buttery variation of masoor dal ...

Here's a warm and inviting vegetarian 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 smoky flavor.