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.
And there's lots more you can do at Costco without a membership, too â like purchasing prescription drugs, seeing an optometrist, and eating at the food court. All that said, Costco is really lenient if you join the club and don't love it: They'll refund your membership fee in full at any time, if you're dissatisfied.