Editor's note: In this series, Elizabeth Varga will explore how fasting from meat impacts our relationships with self, others, the rest of creation and God. Her reflections and recipes will be posted ...

It’s easy to understand why the Instant Pot, high-pressure cookers and other multi-cookers areso popular. They’re versatile, fast and energy efficient, which makes them great for busy people. Steaming ...

The religious calendar waits for no one; despite the political turmoil, violence and ever-present threat of more terrorist attacks and suicide bombers, Jews here and throughout the world are in the ...

Do you ever plan your weekly grocery run based on cleaning out the pantry? When you've got things on hand that need to be used up, it saves both time and money! Lentils are seeds that grow in pods and ...

This decadent lentil and vegetable stew — a spin on dhansaak — is one the best examples of what can emerge as a happy consequence of migration and the mingling of different cultures, in this case ...

Beet and lentil stew? Oh, it's always a bit of a celebration, especially around New Year’s Eve in northern Italy. This beet ...

Lentils are one of the healthiest and most versatile ingredients you can cook with. Packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, they can easily fit into a variety of dishes — from soups and stews to ...

This recipe is part of a Lent 2025 series where NCR staff will share some of their favorite meatless meals. Sign up for the EarthBeat Reflections email newsletter to receive a recipe in your inbox ...

Look for delicious Puy lentils for this pork and pulse stew, though it still works very well with standard green (or even brown) lentils. Serve with cooked green leafy vegetables, or warmed, crusty ...