Although familiarly termed as 'beans and pulses' beans are actually classed as a pulse; as are dried peas and lentils-all of which come from the same pod-bearing family of plants 'Leguminosae' more commonly referred to as 'Legumes'. These highly nutritious foods have been a dietary basis for many civilizations for thousands of years, but many are put off by the myth that pulses are complicated to simply not true... not once you know how! But if you've picked up this book, chances are that you're either a pulse-devotee requiring no convincing, or you're a curious newcomer, willing to put aside your reservations. So, whether a seasoned pulse cook or a newbie novice, you'll be inspired by the plethora of yummy recipes in this book and the added bonus of the truly exceptional value of pulses! Read on....