Luigi Mangione: The Rise of Pizza Beans
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Eater
The viral recipe "pizza beans," created by Deb Perelman of Smitten Kitchen, has unexpectedly appeared on a prison menu, sparking interest due to its association with Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson. The dish, a cheesy, tomato-based bean casserole, has gained mainstream attention, highlighting prison food conditions and sparking discussions on inmate nutrition. Despite the humorous aspect of a viral recipe reaching prison, it raises awareness about the poor quality of prison meals and the need for better nutrition for inmates.