Uses of Beans. Because seeds contain much protein, beans are useful as a meat substitute and in different parts of the world are a characteristic itemâoften a stapleâof the national fare. Baked beans, cooked for hours with pork or molasses or both, are a traditional New England dish. Share | Cite. Because seeds contain much protein, beans are useful as a meat substitute and in different parts of the world are a characteristic itemâoften a stapleâof the national fare.
Shoppers take note: Costco announced this week it is increasing its membership fees by 1o percent starting Nov. 1, just in time for the holiday season.
The primary benefit of an executive membership is that, once a year, Costco will reimburse you for 2% of the amount you spent at the warehouse chain over the past 12 months. Thus, the issue boils down to whether or not the potential savings will more than offset the added $55. In most cases, it will.