Beans? Yes, Cooking with beans is a deliciously easy way to balance your BUDGET while balancing your diet. Beans are a great source of protein without the saturated fat and cholesterol of other protein like meat. Beans are loaded with fiber, B vitamins and all those minerals that keep your body running well, like iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. With so many bean choices like; Black beans, pinto beans, white beans, red beans, kidney beans, adzuki beans and garbanzo it is easy to add tasty dishes to your meals while saving $.