5. Build a protein foundation

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Well Fed: Paleo Recipes for People Who Love to Eat
Well Fed

By Melissa Joulwan

Published 2011

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Protein is key, so build your meals from the protein up. I grill a few pounds of chicken, brown a few pounds of ground meat, and boil a dozen eggs every week, so we have the protein building blocks we need to create meals quickly.

Cooked meat can be served “diner style” with veggies on the side or diced for a stir-fry, simmered in a quick coconut milk curry, or turned into sautés with exotic seasonings. (I call these Hot Plates.) Toss in an egg for extra protein, or construct a giant omelet.

Here’s a simple formula to help you calculate how much protein you need to buy for the week: