To cook lentils, rinse and drain. Cover with water and boil for 2 to 3 minutes (to aid in digestion). Reduce heat and simmer until tender. Depending on the variety cooking time may take anywhere from 10 minutes to 1 hour.
1 cup dry lentils = 2 to 2-1/2 cups cooked.
1 pound dried lentils = 2-1/4 cups dry.
1 pound dried lentils = 4 servings.
1 pound dried lentils = 5 cups cooked.
1 cup dry lentils = 2 to 2-1/2 cups cooked.
1 pound dried lentils = 2-1/4 cups dry.
1 pound dried lentils = 4 servings.
1 pound dried lentils = 5 cups cooked.