A hearty meal made out of mostly pantry staples is always a yes in our book. The small but mighty lentil is one of those miracle ingredients: cheap, shelf-stable, able to take on deep flavor and packed with protein and fiber.
Lentils come with a fascinating Jewish history, too. According to food historian and cookbook writer Jennifer Abadi, Moses gave lentils to his fellow wandering Jews to help fortify them during the long exodus out of Egypt. Lentil stew also plays a key role in the biblical story of Jacob and Esau, in which Esau traded his birthright as the firstborn twin to Jacob for a bowl of red lentil stew.
And look, we get it. These recipes will warm you up on a cool day and go easy on your pocketbook, too.
Mujaderra Recipe
A hearty, budget-friendly lentil and rice pilaf crowned with richly browned onions.
Hearty Lentil Soup
Stay warm and enjoy!
Ethiopian Spiced Red Lentils Recipe (Messer Wot)
A hearty vegan main dish full of flavor.
Syrian Lentil Soup Recipe
Addes is a hearty soup just perfect for the cold weather months.
Crockpot Lentil Soup Recipe
This easy lentil soup is a Jewish tradition that goes back to the Bible.
Koshary: Egyptian Lentil and Rice Recipe
Most of my family loves the classic Thanksgiving dinner of turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and cranberry sauce. But there are
Pumpkin Kibbeh Recipe
Add pumpkin to the dough to make this kibbeh super moist, flavorful and totally Thanksgiving-worthy.
Lentil Burgers
A yummy vegetarian dish with a nod to the biblical story of Jacob and Esau.
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