Simple bean recipes

Our favourite type of cooking – maximum flavour, minimal washing-up

Beans and pulses aren’t boring staples when they can be used in so many creative ways!Get your pulse racing with these wholesome,fibre-packed dishes from Bold Bean Co founder and author of Full Of Beans, Amelia Christie-Miller.

SERVES 2 PREP 5 mins COOK 25 mins EASY 20g walnut pieces1 tsp rapeseed oil2 slim leeks (about 170g), well washedand thinly sliced175g wholemeal penne2 garlic cloves, finely grated160g baby spinach40g

These slow-cooked dinners are delicious – and a doddle to make

Traditionally, black chickpeas are used in this recipe, but for ease and so the curry can be cooked quickly, I’ve opted for tinned white chickpeas, which are readily available and cook in no time. I l

SERVES 2 PREP 5 mins COOK 10 mins EASY 2 tbsp butter2 garlic cloves, peeled4 thick spring onions, thinlysliced, white and green partskept separate1 tbsp white miso400g can white beans, drainedand rins