beans

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Mixing ground beef with ingredients like mashed black beans, brown lentils, mushrooms, ricotta cheese or bread crumbs can help cut costs while maintaining flavor.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

These are ideal for weeknight stir-fries, skillet chilis or brothy pots of beans where small, scrappy bits of protein can stretch themselves beautifully.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

It is commonly found in protein rich foods including meat, dairy products, beans, and lentils.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

"Yeah, we need to go full beans," concludes Londoner Sam Watkinson.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

It’s probably a good thing that I spilled the beans beforehand, because we’re pretty quiet and respectful when the principal makes the announcement.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman