Making Meals With Pulses

The goal for this study is to determine how Americans use beans, peas, and lentils (also called pulses) as part of a meal. The researchers will investigate food choices when getting a meal or dish ready that is made of more than two foods. Secondly, they will determine how study participants feel about eating pulses.

Inclusion Criteria: * able to understand and sign the consent form * able to provide own transportation to research center * non-smoking or does not use other tobacco products, including e-cigarettes * not planning to or currently attempting to gain or lose weight * free of any major medical or psychiatric condition that would interfere with participation * physically able to do the computer tasks * cook meals a minimum of three times per week for own self and/or household Exclusion Criteria: * more than a 2 kg change in body weight within the past 3 months * participation in a weight loss diet/exercise program * diagnosed eating disorder * allergies or severe dislike for the foods used to complete the task * had bariatric surgery * cannot read or understand English