In the canned beans aisle at the grocery store, among familiar varieties such as brown sugar, barbecue, and hickory smoked, you might notice a seemingly out-of-place can featuring the Dr. Pepper logo.

Or, it could be something more outrageous — say, a splash of Dr. Pepper to your baked beans. Now, stay with us and you'll ...

They’re cost-effective and nourishing, says Dr Libby. You may think it’s hard to generate excitement about beans, but there is something so comforting about slow-cooked bean dishes as the ...