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 Costco Executive Membership costs you $100 per year, but you get 2% back on purchases. But like James said, they guarantee you $50 minimum in cash back. Also, it is a Costco cash check they send you, but you can take it to any Costco cashier and they will cash it out for you. Costcoâs TrueEarnings Card (recommended) â If you are a Costco member, you can sign up for the TrueEarnings American Express Card and American Express will waive the annual membership fee (you still have to pay the Costco membership fee).