beans/legumes/lentils

Lentil Shepherd’s Pie with Sweet Potato Mash

Lentil Shepherd’s Pie with Sweet Potato Mash

Super flavorful vegetarian version of the classic Shepherd's Pie. Prep Time: 15 minutes; Cook Time: 55 minutes; Start to Finish: 1 hour 10 minutes Ingredients Sweet Potato Mash 5 sweet potatoes 1/4 cup milk 2 T butter butter 2/3 cups cheddar cheese Salt and pepper...

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Lentil Salad with Olives, Mint & Feta

Lentil Salad with Olives, Mint & Feta

Serves 4-6. to prepare lentils: 1 hour; prep salad 15 minutes; start to finish 1 1/2 hours. Salad can be prepared in 1/2 hour if you use pre-cooked lentils. In that case, skip to final 4 steps. 1 cup lentils, picked over and rinsedSalt and pepper6 cups water2 cups...

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Tomato, Kale, and White Bean Soup

Tomato, Kale, and White Bean Soup

Simple to make and a whole lot of flavor. Start to finish: about 1 hour. Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 medium onion chopped3 carrots chopped1 stick celery chopped (optional)Salt to taste2 large garlic...

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Black Beans in the Instant Pot

Black Beans in the Instant Pot

Easy to make, and no soaking required. Start to finish: 45 minutes 1 pound dry black beans3 cups water1/2 yellow onion, sliced in rounds2 garlic cloves, sliced in half1/2 teaspoon cumin2 teaspoon salt2 bay leaves Place all ingredients in your Instant Pot, turn the...

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Mediterranean Couscous with Roasted Chickpeas

Mediterranean Couscous with Roasted Chickpeas

Roasted chickpeas make a crunchy topping for this quick vegetarian meal. Start to finish: Approx 30 minutes.  2 zucchini2 sprigs of thyme1 lemon2 garlic cloves1 can chickpeas3/4 cup Israeli couscous1/2 cup feta cheese4 oz grape tomatoes 2 scallions1 tsp paprika1 1/2...

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Lentil Salad With Roasted Potato Wedges

Lentil Salad With Roasted Potato Wedges

Hearty vegetable salad- the potatoes are a nice addition. 1 cup dried brown or green lentils4 cups water1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed2 medium russet potatoes (about 10 ounces each)1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil2 tablespoons dried onion flakes1 teaspoon...

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Mediterranean Black Lentil Salad

Mediterranean Black Lentil Salad

A great summer side salad- or a meal. Prep time: 20 minutes; total time: 30 minutes Salad ingredients:  1 cup dry black lentils2 cups spinach, chopped1 cup parsley, chopped1 cup diced, seeded cucumber1/2 cup diced red bell pepper1/3 cup crumbled feta cheesesalt &...

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Veggie Lasagna in the Crockpot

Veggie Lasagna in the Crockpot

Who knew you could cook lasagna in the slow cooker? This was a great dish to bring to a potluck. 24 oz jar + 1 cup tomato pasta sauce9 long lasagna noodles, uncooked2 1/2 cups chopped veggies (I used mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, and spinach)1 teaspoon minced garlic1...

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Red Lentil Soup with North African Spices

Red Lentil Soup with North African Spices

Recipe By: Cooks Illustrated Serving Size: 4; Total time: 45 minutes - 1 hour Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 large onion, chopped fine Salt and pepper 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/8 teaspoon ground...

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