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  Quick and Easy Recipes for Lentils   Lentils are a great way to boost your protein and fiber intake. They cook quickly and can be added to soups, salads, sauces or dips. You can even eat them raw as a healthy snack! Here is a list of recipes that we hope will inspire you to use lentils in cooking and show you just how versatile they can be.   Mac and Cheese with Lentil Resistances:  This recipe  combines the traditional macaroni and cheese with lentil "meat" for an easy on-the-go or post-workout meal. Cream of Tomato Soup With A Hint Of Cumin: This recipe is full proof of the kitchen's motto "anything goes. Lentils are an incredibly healthy and versatile food that is considered a whole protein by the USDA because they contain all essential amino acids and dietary fiber and numerous minerals. All this for a mere 230 calories per cup! For those of you who think lentils are bland, you can find them in various flavors. They come in green and red, brown, y