So Versatile!

They are nutritious, versatile and inexpensive, but beans aren’t everyone’s favourite food. Cooked beans can be easily puréed and hidden in so many dishes, even the pickiest of eaters won’t know. Follow these simple steps and start adding beans to your meals.

Purees are useful for dips and some baked foods. To make a purée:

  1. Beans of your choice: Cooked or rinsed and drained black beans, kidney beans, navy beans – the options are endless.
  2. Add to food processor: For every 1 cup (250 ml) cooked beans, add ¼ cup (50 ml) hot water.
  3. Purée: Blend to make a smooth purée, with a consistency like canned pumpkin. If needed, add 1 additional tablespoon (15 ml) of water at a time to reach desired consistency.

TipCooking Tip

Purées can be frozen in plastic bags and kept for several months. Puréed beans are great for thickening stews, soups and sauces. They can also be added to mashed potatoes, are delicious in dips, desserts, baked goods and even a batter for corndogs.