January seems the perfect time of year to take out the slow cooker and gently cook up some soothing bowls of soup. Eleni Vonissakou, author of “The Greek Slow Cooker” (Page Street, $21.99), suggests ...

Heat oil over medium-high heat in a medium pot. Cook carrots and onion until just softened, about 5 minutes. Add lentils, broth, water, bay leaf, salt and pepper to taste. Heat to a simmer; cook, ...

Writing a good recipe is an exercise in efficiency. Someone who does that particularly well is Ali Slagle, a recipe developer I've long admired. "My feeling about efficiency is that it's often ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Yield: 12 servings 1 pound lentils, rinsed and sorted 1/3 cup olive oil 1 small white or yellow onion, about 2 ½-inches in ...

To most, Greek cuisine is perhaps best known for its souvlaki (skewered, grilled meat), moussaka (a layered eggplant dish with ground beef and béchamel sauce), and baklava (phyllo-dough pastry soaked ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Lentils are not only ...

Also known as Fava in Greek cuisine, this herby and bright purée recipe could also be made with nearly any other pulse or bean. It's often served alongside fish or as part of a meze spread. Combine ...

A 1992 lentil soup recipe from an Arkansas author has gained a new and larger audience. All it took was a Seattle man with a pretty serious fondness for the recipe and a story in The Washington Post.

Slagle's recipe for Greek salad is a good example of how she's always thinking about her favorite seasonal dishes and how to turn them into full meals. "I love Greek salad in the summer, and I could ...

Lentils are not only delicious—they’re a budget-friendly pantry staple that are packed with protein and fiber. These lentil recipes are a great option for dinner, receiving four- and five-star ratings ...