Thought I'd take a moment to praise eggs and let folks out there know how I make them...The non-Paleo world seems to view eggs with skepticism. There's a worry about cholesterol and about fat content in the yolks. Don't worry about it, I'd advise. Eggs are a great source of protein and easy to make. I eat them or a protein shake for most breakfasts whereas I used to be a cereal junkie.
#1- Buy vegetarian fed... Pay the extra buck vs. grain fed. Typically $2.89 vs. $1.69. Sometimes there are 18 packs for $5 too. Look for specials at Vons or Ralph's.
#2- In the pan, use grass-fed, non-salted butter. Kerrygold is the standard.It's delicious and a good source of fat. Butter's another cholesterol boogie man. If you're not eating sugars, your body will fuel off these fats.
#3- If you insist on not using butter, coconut oil is also good. I like the spray from Trader Joe's.
#4- Let the butter melt. Crack the eggs in the pan (I usually have three). Scramble them in the pan with a rubber spatula while they heat. Add pepper and basil.
#5- Add lemon juice (just a little).
#6- Optional- Add half and half...This fluffens them up and makes em extra- creamy.
#7- Don't let them cook too long. I like them a little runny.
#8- Eat them.
Other variations involve changing up the spices or adding vegetables like spinach or tomatoes, onion, or garlic. You can also try cajun spices or tobasco. Beyond that, sometimes I'll hardboil six eggs at a time to have ready for snacks or quick meals.
Enjoy!
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