Okay, but what if you’re truly out of time? Grab a can. Rinse them. They are already cooked. You just need to warm them up for like 3 to 5 minutes in a pan.
Are they as good as dried? Debatable. Are they still delicious and full of protein? Absolutely. No shame. We’ve all been there, standing in front of the open pantry at 7:32 PM.
What About Lentil Soup?
Soup is a different beast. You want the lentils to break down a little to thicken the broth. So add them straight to the pot with all your other ingredients (including acid, yes, even acid) and cook for 25 to 40 minutes.
The lentils will turn into little flavor sponges. They’ll soak up all that garlic, carrot, and celery goodness. You’ll wonder why you ever ate soup from a can.
