Add International Flair To Your Breakfast Plate: Swap Bagel With The Crumpet

Cinnamon Crumpets by Toni

A smile flashed across my face and memories of my college professor flooded my brain when I came across this common European breakfast item in Trader Joe's a couple of days ago. Though I was walking through the store still shopping, I was giggling inside. Finding a respected teacher's favorite snack --  crumpets -- also brought back memories of optimistic, youthful times.

Crumpets, commonly eaten in the UK, are served for breakfast, brunch and snacks. It's a cousin of the English muffin, which I also eat occasionally. Crumpets are eaten whole most often. Some prefer to cut them in halves like muffins, but I find that incredibly difficult because crumpets are formed like mini, thick pancakes.

 English muffins and crumpets are healthier alternatives to bagels in case you are wondering.So this morning's breakfast is an homage to University of Iowa Professor John Bennett, who died several years ago following a long illness. I'm sure he'd be proud of my steak and crumpet breakfast.

Ingredients:
2 crumpets (toast them)
Ribeye steak (quick fry)
Butter and syrup (optional, but best:)

What's For Breakfast? Depends On Your Location

You may be planning pancakes, bacon, eggs and grits with a cup of coffee or glass of milk for breakfast this morning. Or if you like to keep the morning meals simple, your plans may call for a fruit and a cup of yogurt sprinkled with granola.

Take a look at BuzzFeed's video showing what others around the world have on their breakfast plates.