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.
In other words, very few Costco members who currently believe the $55 or $110 annual fee is worth the money are going to blink at paying $60 or $120. The vast majority will find that membership is worth the cost, even when itâs $5 or $10 more expensive.