Strawberry Shortcakes

8 ¼ cup (60 mL) dry red lentils 2 cups (500 mL) all-purpose flour ½ cup (125 mL) oats ¼ cup (60 mL) sugar 2 tsp (10 mL) baking powder ¼ tsp (1 mL) baking soda ¼ tsp (1 mL) salt 1/3 cup (80 mL) cold butter, cut into chunks ½ cup (125 mL) buttermilk

Sprouted Lentils

Cooked lentils are a nutritional powerhouse but raw sprouts are even healthier for you. Every lentil is a seed, a plant just waiting to sprout. Once that growth begins all the nutrients the plant needs to flourish are concentrated in the tiny sprouts. This delicious treat is so easy, fun and rewarding that if you try it once you’ll be hooked like a kid with a blue ribbon science experiment!

Spiced Chocolate Lentil Crème Brûlée

8 1 cup (250 mL) pureed lentils* 3 cups (750 mL) 35% cream 1 whole vanilla bean, scraped (or 2 tsp vanilla extract) 2 tsp (10 mL) ground cocoa 2 tsp (10 mL) ground cinnamon 1/8 tsp (0.5 mL) ground cayenne pepper (optional) 1/2 cup (125 mL) dark chocolate chips 6 large egg yolks 1/2

Southeast Asian Slaw with Lentils

4 1 cup (250 mL) cooked or canned lentils, drained and rinsed 1 cup (250 mL) thinly sliced (or grated) carrots 1 cup (250 mL) thinly sliced red bell pepper 3 Tbsp (45 mL) chopped fresh cilantro (keep a few leaves for garnish) –Dressing 3 Tbsp (45 mL) canola oil 3 Tbsp (45 mL) seasoned

Smokey Chipotle Lentil Hummus

This quick, easy, and tasty hummus is a step up from your regular dips – chipotle peppers add a hint of spice and smokiness that your tastebuds won’t soon forget!

Smoked Ham & Lentil Stuffed Squash

These hearty stuffed squash make a delicious, beautiful side dish for the big feast, and are substantial enough to be the main event for a smaller meal any time of the year.