Labor Day Hot Dog 9-3-2012

Firing up the backyard grill over Labor Day weekend is an annual tradition, and nothing captures the laid-back holiday spirit quite like cooking up a fresh batch of classic franks. Standing directly over the hot grates, the aroma of sizzling meat and open flame char was enough to make everyone hungry.

This close-up shot focuses across rows of plump hot dogs resting on blackened cast iron grill grates. A shallow depth of field blurs the front and rear franks, drawing attention to crisp casing blisters, glistening juices, and deep reddish-brown grill marks that bring a mouthwatering summer cookout vibe to your desktop screen.