Legumes - Glossary Term

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Legumes include beans, peas and lentils. High protein foods that vary in size, color, shape and flavor. All legumes are very versatile and can be used in many ways, such as in soups, stews casseroles, salads and purées. Most dried legumes, except lentils, require a minimum soaking time of four hours.