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.
How much does it cost? 1  Found on the official site of Costco is the information about the types of membership one can choose: Executive, Business, and Gold Star. 2  Business Membership costs $55 for the annual membership. 3  There is a way that you can take hold of the executive membership without having an upgrade. However, it will be prorated based upon the months remaining in the current membership of the member. 2  There is a way that you can take hold of the executive membership without having an upgrade. 3  In reference to Costco.com, CoupleMoney.com states that a new signup for the Executive Gold Star Membership costs $110.