Although there's always a possibility you won't find this specific spice blend locally, it is readily available on Amazon. To integrate za'atar into green bean casserole, simply mix it into the cream ...

And if — or rather when — you make this Cabbage, Fennel and White Bean Soup, don’t forget to factor in the sour cream added at serving time when you’re seasoning to taste.

Adjust the seasoning to taste. Set aside. To make the soup, heat the oil in a large saucepan ... stirring. Tip the beans into the pan, add the vegetable stock and bring to a simmer.

The tahini paste is a protein and calcium rich ingredient that creates an indulgent texture and carries the herb and spice flavour wonderfully ... Beautiful with butter beans but haricot ...

Because beans are relatively tasteless on their own, they're great at absorbing the flavors of other ingredients and seasonings in your soup. Check out Food & Wine's guide to classic bean soups ...

They work nicely as a quick add to standard soups: chicken noodle, navy bean ... spice, and umami notes in various combinations. Both work wonderfully as additions to creamy roasted tomato soup ...