Brazil nut refried beans

Add crushed Brazil nuts to refried beans to give them a lovely buttery richness. Serve in our Brazil nut burritos or as a tasty side dish for a Mexican feast

Black-eyed bean mole with salsa

Try this healthy Mexican dish as a quick and easy low-calorie lunch that counts as three of your 5-a-day. The beans are a great source of protein and fibre

Sprout, black pudding & apple röstis

Make tasty potato röstis with apple, Brussels sprouts and black pudding. Cumin and garlic boost the flavour for a tasty side dish, supper, or brunch

Black pepper hasselback potatoes

Prep these roast potatoes in the morning, then put them in the oven an hour before serving. They make a traditional Sunday roast a bit more special

Black forest arctic roll

Make the ultimate retro pudding mash-up, a combination of arctic roll meets black forest gateau, complete with chocolate sponge and an ice cream centre

Slow cooker breakfast beans

Enjoy this slow-cooked alternative to canned baked beans for breakfast or brunch, served on toast or with eggs. They’re a good source of protein

Smoky black bean chilli

Freeze the mince base so you can have this chilli on the table in minutes during a busy week. The kids can have fun packing their own tortillas

Cacio e pepe with runner beans

Cacio e pepe or "cheese and pepper" is a Roman classic – an easy pasta sauce that uses pasta water for silky texture. Runner beans add freshness and bite

Blackened shrimp hot dogs

Try this exotic twist on the hot dog with king prawns, black beans, mango and hot jalapeño mayonnaise. A fun, summery take on a family favourite

Red mullet with saffron baked orzo & broad beans

Add a touch of luxury to a weekend meal with red mullet and saffron-tinted orzo pasta. Peel the broad beans, too, if you really want to wow dinner guests

Tomato salad with ricotta, broad beans & salsa verde

Serve tricolore salad with a twist using heritage tomatoes, ricotta and salsa verde. A lovely summery side dish for a picnic, barbecue, or light lunch

Homemade pappardelle with crab & broad beans

Make your own pappardelle and you may never go back to shop-bought pasta. Fresh crab adds a touch of luxury to a sauce rich with tomatoes and broad beans