No, not literal $H!T, but it all ends up there anyway.
Not every meal has to be gourmet, but I am a big advocate for maximizing the nutritional value of even the easiest meals, usually by adding fibre in the form of easy and diverse greens, as well as a protein (i.e. whatever’s clever).
This meal is the simplest thing, ready in literally minutes, and yet it packs a tonne of macro and micronutrients.
Beans and $H!T in Three Easy Steps
- Open a can of prepared beans, like maple beans or chili beans, or honestly, even a can of chili. Bonus points if you stock up on these when they’re on sale!
- Heat the can contents up in a pot until boiling
- Add the $H!T and let it keep cooking for a bit
So, what kind of $H!T am I talking about? I like to add foraged greens, or frozen spinach, much like I would do my ramen. The key here is fibre and nutrients. Sometimes I also add some spices, like Tex-Mex, curry, or paprika. Honestly, if you’re still confused, you’re overthinking it.
Optional:
- Add eggs, make yourself a shakshuka type thing
- Add cut-up leftover meat or whatever
- Top with tender raw greens for extra Vitamin C
So, there you go! This is one of my go-to meals when I’m working from home. I’ll throw on the beans, go for a quick jaunt around the yard to decide what I’m going to put in there, wash and chop the greens, and add whatever else.
But, you know, this is also an excellent dish to make on a hike! If you’ve brought a pot, you can be super crafty and use a multi-tool to turn the can of beans itself into a makeshift little stick-burning stove—although check the local fire regulations and don’t burn down the province please and thank you. And assuming you know what you’re doing out there, you could also add whatever edible things you’re familiar with to the dish as well!
In closing, it’s hard to beat Beans and $H!T when it comes to nutrient-dense easy meals that transport well and take just minutes to prepare. I just thought I’d share my passion for Beans and $H!T!
Anyway, be safe, be frugal, and enjoy!