Unfortunately, there was a second problem — those eggs were mostly out of stock. Both problems stem from nationwide outbreaks of avian flu. So no breakfast sandwiches? No omelets? Are we doomed ...

News flash: Eggs are expensive. Pulitzer, here I come. You’ve seen it for yourself, but due to avian influenza (primarily), a dozen eggs cost $4.10 at the end of last year (double what they were ...

Eggs may be our default position for breakfast, but there’s a whole world outside the carton. The price or shortage can be a reason to crack into some other options.