I rely on dried beans, like lots of other folks.

You may want to consider how much protein you really need. Between 10-20% of your total caloric intake is generally plenty of protein. I recently did some research on this.

You're welcome to check out the protein article recently posted on my non-for-profit blog @ www.redElephantEats.info.

Too much protein, as I'm sure you are aware, can be pretty hard on the body.

Take care ~ Jo