Bean benefits

Beans are a great source of protein and fibre and are extremely filling, keeping you full for longer. Additionally, The Journal of the American Medical Association published a study in November 2005 reporting a healthy diet rich in lean protein - about half from plant sources such as beans - was found to lower blood pressure and "bad" LDL cholesterol, and to cut the risk of heart disease by 21 percent. These magical foods are full of antioxidants and, in some studies, have been shown to reduce the risk of colon cancer.

Here are some 'beany' recipes:
Chicken chilli with chickpeas
Beany pasta pot
Mixed bean pate