Posted on 04/12/2023 5:29:17 AM PDT by Red Badger
(Last Updated On: April 7, 2023)
NATIONAL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH DAY
Each year, National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day on April 12th recognizes one of the top comfort foods in the United States. Why wouldn’t it be when we’re talking about bread grilled to perfection, and warm, gooey, melted cheese.
#GrilledCheeseSandwichDay
According to food historians, many cultures around the world have enjoyed cooked bread and cheese since ancient times. The United States modern version of the grilled cheese sandwich originated in the 1920s. As sliced bread and American cheese became easily available, Americans began making open-faced grilled cheese sandwiches.
United States government cookbooks describe Navy cooks broiling “American cheese filling sandwiches” during World War II.
Grilled cheese sandwiches are versatile thanks to the ability to mix and match cheeses, bread, and seasonings. Adding sauteed vegetables or herb-infused oils can elevate this simple comfort food to a whole other level.
HOW TO OBSERVE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH DAY
Make your favorite version of a grilled cheese sandwich.
Share the best cheeses to make grilled cheese. Do you use American cheese or do you prefer Swiss? What’s your favorite cheese?
Serve it with your favorite soup and sides, too.
Layer it and make a double-decker grilled cheese sandwich. Add ham or bacon for extra flavor and variety.
Share with us all the ways you make grilled cheese sandwiches or try this recipe below:
Baby Swiss And Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Families, take this day to the next level and make personalized sandwiches. Get creative with your grilled cheese by bringing out the cookie cutters. Imagine the fun the kids will have and everyone can make unique-shaped sandwiches. Don’t fret about the crusts because you can dip them in your favorite sauces or soups. Try adding ranch, siracha or a dill dip. How will you mix it up?
Use #GrilledCheeseSandwichDay to post on social media.
NATIONAL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH DAY HISTORY
National Day Calendar continues researching the origins of the comfort food holiday.
Grilled Cheese FAQ
Q. What is a deep-fried grilled cheese called?
A. A deep-fried grilled cheese sandwich (yes, there is such a thing) is called a Cheese Frenchie (or Frenchee).
Q. What’s the best way to make a crispy grilled cheese sandwich?
A. Grilled cheese is so delectable-crispy buttery toast on the outside, soft, gooey, cheesy center. How can you improve on that? Well, swap the butter for mayonnaise. You’ll get a crisper, more flavorful, golden-brown exterior while keeping all that gooey goodness in the middle.
Q. Are there other sandwich days on the calendar?
A. Yes. Check these sandwich holidays out:
Cuban Sandwich Day
Sandwich Month
Sandwich Day
Oh you have me beat for sure!
provolone on italian bread please
What did Gouda Garbo say to the press?
I want to be provalone!......
Mennonita is a nice amish german melting cheese made in mexico.
very nice
My stepdad worked for the FAA, so we moved a lot.............
Kind of a United Nations of cheese........
Venezuelan Beaver Cheese?
48 posts.........we’re slipping........
That is moving a lot! All of our moves were in Florida. Dad was in the insurance business for a while. Then he tried a couple of other ventures. Almost successful with one, but successful with the next. The thing I missed was not getting to say goodbye to friends. It always seemed sudden to me, though I know now that’s not really how it was. Just a kid’s misperception.
Same here, though I didn’t bother to make friends at most places because I knew it wasn’t going to last long...........
There is a la Madeleine in the New Orleans French Quarter. At Jackson Square, next to St. Louis Cathedral.
That’s where I’ve seen it! I knew it sounded familiar. Didn’t eat there when we went, but it looked like a good place to try.
It’s a fabulous place where I used to go for brunch after morning Mass when I lived there. Btw, whether or not you’re Catholic, the St. Louis Cathedral choir often features evening performances, especially in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Those high soprano voices inside the Cathedral’s acoustics-— ah! It’s truly what the angels in heaven must sound like.
Next time we go to NOLA, we’ll have to check out both of these. Thanks for the tip!
Amish cheese made in Mexico? That sounds very unusual to me.
Making one right now with Colby and ham in the air fryer.
I can see the possibility, but I wasn’t feeling adventurous. I went with butter and lots of it.
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