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Beans Month is celebrated every July, dedicating an entire month to this incredibly versatile and nutrient-rich food. From hearty stews to refreshing salads, beans can transform any meal. Explore new recipes, learn about their health benefits, and join in the global appreciation for this staple ingredient.
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Expected Beans Month Deals
Throughout Beans Month, expect grocery retailers and health food stores to feature special promotions on a wide variety of dried, canned, and frozen beans. Brands like Goya Foods and Bush’s Best often run campaigns highlighting new recipes and product versatility. Look for discounts on organic options from Eden Foods and bulk dried beans from Bob’s Red Mill. Specialty stores and online grocers may offer curated bean boxes or recipe kits. Restaurants often incorporate creative bean dishes into their seasonal menus. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as July approaches.
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Tag @www.nationaltoday.com and use #BeansMonth. Share quick recipe videos, bean-based meal prep ideas, or fun facts about different bean varieties.
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Mention National Today (facebook.com/nationaltoday) and use #BeansMonth. Share family-friendly bean recipes, host a virtual cooking challenge, or discuss the health benefits with your community.
Beans Month Hero
George Washington Carver
History of Beans Month
Not much is known about the origins of baked beans, but needless to say, it has become one of the most popular breakfast food of all time. In some of the earliest recipes, baked beans were made in earthen pots with maple syrup, which would sometimes include venison meat and bear fat. However, the closest relative to the baked beans that we eat today is the one that originated in southern France. It used tarbais beans, flageolet, or cannellini beans. The English colonizers brought this recipe to America.
Today in America, baked beans are usually made with a type of haricot bean known as navy beans, which are commonly found in South America. Orthodox Christians started tinning baked beans since cooking was prohibited during the sabbath, and they could simply eat previously cooked beans for Sunday supper. As is with any recipe, baked beans too changed their form and flavor as they moved from one community to the other. People played around with the type of beans and used different fruits and vegetables to make the sauce. The first canned beans came about in the 18th century, when the HJ Heinz Company started canning them for a longer shelf life.
Baked beans arrived in the U.K. as a luxury item, but gradually became a regular feature on the English plate. Beans Month was started by the Michigan Bean Commission to get more and more people to enjoy the delicacy. Thanks to its great taste and many nutritional qualities, people around the world have warmed up to beans in their daily diet.
Beans Month timeline
English colonists bring baked beans to America.
Baked beans arrive in Canada through cookbooks.
HJ Heinz Company starts selling canned beans.
They find a place among breakfast foods worldwide.
How Businesses Can Celebrate Beans Month
Local grocery stores can host bean-themed cooking demonstrations or offer discounts on bulk bean purchases and canned varieties. Restaurants can feature special bean-focused dishes throughout July, from gourmet bean burgers to international bean stews, highlighting their versatility. Health food shops can promote the nutritional benefits of beans with educational materials and feature bean-based protein powders or snacks. Even local farmers’ markets can showcase fresh, seasonal beans and provide tips for preparation, encouraging community engagement.
Beans Month FAQs
When is Beans Month?
In 2027, Beans Month is observed all through July, highlighting its nutritional benefits and culinary uses. The entire month is dedicated to promoting the consumption of beans.
How many types of beans are there?
Globally, thousands of bean varieties exist, though only a fraction are commonly consumed. From the familiar kidney and black beans to more exotic adzuki and fava beans, the options for culinary exploration are extensive.
How popular are beans in the US?
The popularity of beans in the U.S. continues to grow, driven by increasing awareness of plant-based diets and health benefits. They are a staple in many cultural cuisines and a versatile ingredient in American cooking.
What are the health benefits of eating beans?
Rich in antioxidants and complex carbohydrates, beans contribute to sustained energy levels and can reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Their high fiber content also promotes satiety, aiding in weight management and overall well-being.
Beans Month Activities
Eat beans
The obvious way to celebrate Beans Month is by including beans in your meals. Add it to your breakfast, lunch, or dinner, or even snack on it when you are hungry!
Try a new recipe
Switch up your regular baked beans by experimenting with the recipe – try a new kind of bean or sauce and serve it with your favorite bread on the side.
Discover new beans
There are so many types of beans — kidney, garbanzo, pinto beans, and more! Find out more about the beans that are usually eaten in your community.
5 Facts About Beans That Will Blow Your Mind
They bring good luck
Newlywed couples in Nicaragua are given beans for good luck.
There’s a National Bean Day too
It’s celebrated each year on January 6.
They are very versatile
Beans are also used to make jewelry, furniture, beanbag chairs, toys, and musical instruments.
They can grow surprisingly long
The world’s largest bean pods can grow up to five feet long.
They’ve been around for a long time
Beans have been cultivated by humans for 6,000 years.
Why We Love Beans Month
It’s everyone’s favorite
We love Beans Month because it celebrates everyone’s favorite dish — baked beans. Or really, beans in any form!
It reminds us that nutritious food can be tasty
We often tend to think that we need to give up delicious food in order to eat healthily. Beans Month reminds us that you can still have nutritious meals without compromising on taste.
It brings us closer
Since almost every culture consumes beans in some form or the other, Beans Month is a great way to try new recipes and marvel at our shared culinary roots. Go ahead and swap out those recipes.
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