Labor Day is dedicated to the contributions American workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country so let’s celebrate those who “bring home the bacon”. Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer and what better way to celebrate than an end of summer party.
To give ourselves a challenge we wanted to see if we could plan a “bacon” themed party. We put together a party menu of great bacon recipes we found so let us take the “labor” out of your Labor Day party.
APPETIZERS
Spiced Bacon Nuts: These are so good we bet you can’t eat just one!
http://www.aroundmyfamilytable.com/spiced-bacon-nuts/
Bacon Deviled Eggs: A bacon spin on a classic
http://www.cocoandash.com/bacon-deviled-eggs/
MAIN DISHES
Chicken Bacon Sliders
http://afewshortcuts.com/2016/08/grilled-chicken-bacon-sliders/
Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin: Only 4 ingredients!
http://www.recipetineats.com/bacon-wrapped-pork-tenderloin/
SIDES
Maple Glaze Bacon Wrapped Roasted Carrots: 3 Ingredients and 30 minutes and “tada” you’ve got a great side dish!
http://www.closetcooking.com/2015/10/maple-glazed-bacon-wrapped-roasted.html
Peach and Bacon Salad
http://www.rockrecipes.com/honey-lemon-vinaigrette/
DESSERTS
Maple Bacon Cupcakes: Sweet & Salty and oh so good.
http://ashleemarie.com/maple-bacon-cupcakes/
Maple Bacon Toffee Bark
http://www.youngatheartmommy.com/2014/07/sweet-salty-maple-bacon-toffee-bark.html
DRINKS
Banana Peanut Butter Bacon Smoothies: Suitable for every age.
Spicy Bacon Bloody Mary: An adults only beverage for the big kids!
http://www.thenovicechefblog.com/2015/10/spicy-bacon-bloody-mary/
If you’re the host you’ll need a great outfit. In fashion in years past, Labor Day was considered the last day when it is acceptable to wear white or seersucker. . . pick your Labor Day outfit wisely. . .no fashion faux pas!
To get more “bacon” recipes visit our Pinterest Board https://www.pinterest.com/seldensdesign/labor-day-bringing-home-the-bacon/
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