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It didn’t occur to me at age 4, as I sat in my grandparent’s tiny Brooklyn apartment kitchen, that the strange bits being tossed about my plate—varenyki smothered with smetana (sour cream)—told the story of a culture deeply permeated with history, land, and endurance.

Pulses are being reimagined in new and exciting ways across grocery shelves and restaurant menus, and have become a favorite ingredient on TikTok—from dense bean salads and brothy beans to bean dips and black bean brownies.

I’ve been a dietitian for over 16 years and a mom for 10, yet some mornings still feel impossible—getting everyone out the door for school, commuting to work, and ensuring the whole family starts the day with a nourishing meal. Sound familiar?