September is All American Breakfast Month.

And that works for me. There pretty much isn’t a breakfast food I don’t love. So why not celebrate it all month?

But one thing is up in the air:  We can’t all seem to agree on what exactly makes an “All American Breakfast.”

I suppose it’s whatever makes you happy.

To some, it’s oatmeal, grapefruit, nuts, milk and juice.

For me, it MUST include bacon. And eggs. And toast. Plus orange juice.

But, I cannot forget about our friends who enjoy the mighty steak and egg breakfast. Especially Kansas steaks. Can you imagine USDA prime steaks for breakfast? My mouth is watering right now.

Or ham and eggs. Now THAT’S a breakfast!

We can’t forget about pastries, bagels and donuts also. And cereal!

So with all that swirling in your mind, what does the All American Breakfast mean to you?

The great thing is, if you don’t already know you can take all month to figure it out!

Photo courtesy of KansasCitySteaks.com.

Looking for inspiration for your fabulous Labor Day BBQ?

Look no further.

People magazine has a sweet slideshow of amazing spreads for your perusing pleasure.

Behold the finger-licking goodness of the Cali Lettuce-Wrap Burger (above), made with lean ground beef and no bun!

Then, feast your eyes upon an Herb-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin, Apple Cider BBQ Ribs and Bacon BBQ Oysters. Yes, oysters! With bacon!

There are gorgeous desserts and fruity drinks, plus decadent sides you can make to create one awesome barbecue.

Or . . . you can just look at the purty pictures and drool.

Either way, check out these masterpieces here. And have a happy, happy Labor Day!

Photo courtesy of Raymond Hom via People.com. 

Just . . . no.

NO.

Are you with me on this? I feel like this takes something so sacred (you know, BACON) and just turns it into something so wrong.

Am I right?

Have you tried bacon soda? Would you? Could you?

Photo courtesy of coolmaterial.com.