Download Cooking Lentils, Gif. Lentils don't need to be soaked the way beans do, but they should be rinsed. Each type has its own characteristics and is best used in certain applications.
Learn how to cook lentils on the stovetop, slow cooker and more, plus find lots of easy lentil recipes. Cooking lentils is easy as remembering 1:2. So, for example, prepare 1 cup of dried lentils in 2 cups of water.
Lentils go well in soups or salads, and also taste great as a side dish.
Learn how to cook lentils on the stovetop, slow cooker and more, plus find lots of easy lentil recipes. There's one thing about cooking lentils, though: Lentils might look like an unassuming legume, but they're a powerful pantry ingredient. You need just 2 parts water to 1 part legumes.