The idea is simple: replace half the ground beef in a recipe with beans. Yep beans are a genius move for dinner. They’re super healthy and packed with fiber and nutrients. They’re a great source of protein which means they’re a smart substitute for meat if you’re trying to eat a little less. They’re also cheap. And if you buy canned beans they’re a quick and easy option. Adding beans is also a particularly good way to go if you’re feeding serious meat-and-potatoes folks who can’t quite accept meatless meals; it’s the quiet approach. Bottom line: The Great Bean Scheme is easily satisfying and a healthier way to go.
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Carl Hanson is a Senior Editor at Allrecipes and has been writing about food and wine for nearly 20 years. He enjoys creating content that informs entertains and helps busy home cooks put nutritious meals on the table for their families.
Of course you probably already know a few recipes that support this idea. Take chili for example. Chili combines beef with beans with delicious results. “I cut the beef in half” says BUNNYGIRL67 and added black beans. “My chili-eating friends said ‘This is the best chili we’ve ever had.’”
Or consider the beef-and-bean burrito — a tasty combination that’s been going strong since the chuckwagon days: “The sauce was amazing” says Barbara. “The bean filling had a wonderful flavor. I mixed it all together and baked it in the oven until it was piping hot.”
