Packed with protein and fiber, lentils are a great pantry staple to have on hand—and these easy dinner recipes are the ...

With a nutty dressing as good as this, we might never go back to kale Caesars. Skip the honey (or substitute maple syrup or agave) to make it vegan. Thanks to jammy caramelized onions and fluffy ...

When the weather turns damp and the week is already full, lentils really earn their keep. They’re cheap, shelf-stable, and happy to sit in the cupboard until you need a pot of something hot and ...

Warm up with this cozy Mediterranean lentil soup that’s simple, hearty, and full of flavor. Made in just one pot, this easy ...

Lentils are well-loved as a plant-based protein source, and no wonder: They’re easy, versatile, and incredibly affordable. Red lentils are part of the legume family, like beans, and they’re an ...

Rosalynn Daniels shared one of her go-to budget-friendly meals. In the South, grits are a tried and true, versatile and cost-effective staple ingredient that can shine on their own, as a side dish, ...

Kids (and adults) will be bowled over by these handheld, delightful packets of goodness. Don’t worry, though: This version of the classic empanada doesn’t take all day to make. This recipe relies on a ...

Why are we asking for donations? Why are we asking for donations? This site is free thanks to our community of supporters. Voluntary donations from readers like you keep our news accessible for ...

A bag of lentils is often a cupboard staple. It’s an easy go-to for when you’re short on time and need to get dinner on the table in less than an hour. Lentils don’t require a long prep time, since ...

Love lentils? When it comes to adding substance to a dish, you can’t go wrong with these little legumes. They’re packed with vegetable protein, just one reason they’re so popular in vegetarian dishes.

There's a story behind this one. Feel free to skip ahead if you just want the recipe. A long, long time ago in a country far away — Morocco, to be specific — this taste tester lived with a circus in a ...