Posted on 02/24/2025 6:40:05 AM PST by Red Badger
NATIONAL TORTILLA CHIP DAY National Tortilla Chip Day on February 24th celebrates a crunchy chip that provides a multitude of ways to enjoy it! The day also shares the chip's history and many ways to enjoy this delicious snack food.
#NationalTortillaChipDay Everyone loves tortilla chips! We most commonly served them with salsa, chile con queso, guacamole, cheese dips, or other dips. Tortilla chips are made from corn tortillas cut into wedges and then fried. The tortillas are made from corn, vegetable oil, salt, and water. Typically made with yellow corn, tortillas can also be made with white, blue, or red corn.
Even though tortilla chips have always been considered to be Mexican food, known as tostadas, they were first mass-produced in Los Angeles in the late 1940s.Rebecca Webb Carranza receives credit for making the crisp chips popular. She and her husband operated a deli and tortilla factory in Los Angeles. And its creation happened almost by accident!
Inspiration struck when the tortilla manufacturing machine discarded the misshapen tortilla. Carranza realized they could be cut into triangles and fried. She then sold them for a dime a bag at the El Zarape Tortilla Factory. Carranza received the Golden Tortilla Award in 1994 for her contribution to the Mexican food industry.
The United States is one of the primary markets for tortilla chips.
Another favorite dish made with tortilla chips is nachos. Ignacio “Nacho” Anaya created the dish we call nachos around the year 1943. The tortilla chips are served with melted or shredded cheese. Additional toppings are often added, such as meat, salsa, refried beans, tomatoes, diced onion, lettuce, olives, jalapenos, guacamole, and sour cream.
HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL TORTILLA CHIP DAY
Celebrate by eating tortilla chips!
Make some nachos.
Make homemade tortilla chips.
Invite friends and family to enjoy tortilla chips with your favorite toppings.
Visit a local restaurant with the best fresh-made chips. Don't forget to give them a shout-out, too!
Use #NationalTortillaChipDay to post on social media.
NATIONAL TORTILLA CHIP DAY HISTORY
Nacho sure who originated this day, but we're pretty sure they loved tortilla chips! We'll let you know when we know more.
Tortilla Chip FAQ
Q. How many calories are in a tortilla chip?
A. One tortilla chip contains approximately 10 calories.
Q. Are there grain-free tortilla chips?
A. Yes! Visit National Grain-Free Day for some ideas.
Q. Who celebrates National Tortilla Chip Day?
A. Anyone who likes tortilla chips celebrates the day. You might even find deals at restaurants and pubs to make the celebration even better!
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February 24th Celebrated History
1864
Rebecca Davis Lee Crumpler attained her medical degree from the New England Female Medical College becoming the first African American woman to become a physician. Following her graduation, Dr. Crumpler dedicated her practice to the care of newly freed slaves. She would return to Boston and carry on her practice there.
1867
High drama continues in the hallowed halls of government when the House of Representatives impeaches President Andrew Johnson. How did Johnson become the first president to be impeached? He was charged with violating the Tenure of Office Act which Congress passed in the spring of 1867. The act was designed to prevent the Democratic president from replacing Cabinet members selected by the assassinated President Abraham Lincoln and making it difficult for Radical Republicans to further their path of Reconstruction. Johnson removed Secretary of War Edwin Stanton, motivating the House to bring charges of impeachment against the president. However, the Senate would find Johnson not guilty six weeks later.
1980
In a come-from-behind win, the U.S. Olympic hockey team wins gold at the Olympic Winter Games in Lake Placid, New York. Coached by Herb Brooks, it was only the second gold in the team's Olympic history.
1992
Eric Clapton unplugs and wins six Grammys. Clapton won both Album and Record of the Year for Tears in Heaven. Other nominees in those categories included Billy Ray Cyrus, Celine Dion and Peabo Bryson, k.d. lang, and Vanessa Williams.
February 24th Celebrated Birthdays
Winslow Homer - 1836
The American realist painter is best known for his seas-side paintings. As a print-maker during the American Civil War, he supplied illustrations for Harper's Weekly freelance artist from the war front.
Chester Nimitz - 1885 Admiral Nimitz commanded the Pacific Fleet during World War II. President Harry Truman would tap Nimitz and General Douglas MacArthur to accept Japan's formal surrender.
Steve Jobs - 1955 Anyone who has made it to the 21st century has been influenced by the apple...the Apple. Partial credit for that influence goes to Steve Jobs. Jobs, alongside Steve Wozniak, brought to life the Macintosh, the first successful personal computer, and co-founded Apple Computers in 1976.
Paula Zahn - 1956 For more than four decades, the award-winning journalist and primetime host has been interviewing presidents and soldiers and educators alike.
Stella Young - 1982 The journalist, comedian and disability advocate left a legacy in her wake when she died in 2014 at the age of 32. Young gave voice to what those in the disability community were thinking and empowered them to demand change. She used eye-opening humor to point out the flaws of the able-bodied logic while spurring conversation in the hopes of transforming the way the world looks at disability.
Notable Birthdays for February 24
Winslow Homer (1836-1910) - Considered one of the most prominent painters in the 19th century.
Thomas Benton Smith (1838-1923) - Brigadier General for the Confederate Army.
Zara DuPont (1869-1946) - The first VP of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association.
Honus Wagner (1874-1955) - MLB shortstop nicknamed the "Flying Dutchman."
Abe Vigoda (1921-2016) - Actor greatly remembered for his role as Salvatore Tessio in The Godfather (1972).
Judah Folkman (1933-2008) - Physician and biologist who studied tumors and eventually founded the field of angiogenesis research.
David "Fathead" Newman (1933-2009) - Acclaimed saxophonist.
Phil Knight (1938-Still Living) - Co-founder of Nike, Inc.
Louie Ramirez (1938-1993) - Salsa and Latin jazz musician.
George Thorogood (1950-2011) - Musician with hits like Bad to the Bone and I Drink Alone.
Steve Jobs (1955-2011) - Co-founded Apple Computer and Pixar.
Memorable Events for February 24
1868 - The Mardi Gras parade becomes the first parade to use floats.
1938 - Du Pont begins production of nylon toothbrush bristles.
1983 - A special commission of Congress condemns the Japanese American internment camps in the U.S.
Ping-o Amigo!.....................
Those are nacho chips. They are my chips.
I just KNEW somebody would say that!................😏
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And here I was, expecting to read how she had become a key player in the history of the tortilla chip, perhaps by making a name for herself through innovative packaging.
I have SO MUCH SALSA in the pantry that I won’t need to can any for two more years. My Peach Tree (’Contender’ Zone 5) exploded with fruit year before last and even though I gave away CRATES of peaches to neighbors, I still canned a bunch as Peach Salsa. First time I ever saw that was at the grocery store; ‘Newman’s Own.’ How hard could it be to make my own? It wasn’t!
Here’s a great soup recipe that calls for tortilla chips, if anyone wants anything more substantial for supper than just Chips and Salsa. Super easy and delish!
Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup
https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/19766/six-can-chicken-tortilla-soup/
George has had some health issue but is still with us.
Yeah, I was thinking the same thing. I thought this is going to be fascinating how she created the tortilla chip…
........is it tiring opening all those cans?.......chuckle......
Seriously disappointed. I thought 1864 — wow, Rebecca and her tortilla chips have been around a lot longer than originally claimed.
Certainly long enough to crush the competition (Twinkies).
Masaaaaaaaaaaaup!
Meanwhile, I have done my best to acquaint Australians with good Mexican food. None that I found there was worth a damn. While visiting my daughter in Sydney, I cooked a Mexican meal for her friends. I found corn tortillas at Wollies, but there was no enchilada sauce anywhere, so I had to make it from tomato sauce, black tea, and what dried peppers I could find. Oddly, there was no corn oil to be had in any store down there, so I had to fry everything in canola. Adding a pureed green bell pepper to the refried beans gave it a twang and was a revelation to the Ozzies. The best, however, were the tostadas, made from fried whole corn tortillas with a little salt.
Chili’s Restaurant makes their own in house and they are the best I’ve ever had. You can buy them to take home as well.........
1980 - In a come-from-behind win, the U.S. Olympic hockey team wins gold at the Olympic Winter Games in Lake Placid, New York. Coached by Herb Brooks, it was only the second gold in the team’s Olympic history.
The ‘Miracle on Ice!’ What a game that was! Suck it, Ruskies! ;)
LOL! It is a ‘Cheater Recipe,’ for sure!
Well, maybe more of a, ‘Mom’s Busy Day’ recipe?
Or, ‘I Don’t Feel Like Cooking, but the Barbarians Need Feeding’ recipe?
Chicken Enchilada Dip
An irresistible game day favorite, creamy and cheesy.
Ing 8-oz bar cr/cheese, 1 c red enchilada sauce 1 1/2-2 cups cooked shredded chicken, 4.5-oz can diced green chiles 1-1 ½ c shredded pepperjack, divided (monterey jack works too) ¼ c chp fresh cilantro , divided 1 tsp taco seasoning. Tortilla chips , for serving. Optional toppings: Chopped cilantro, Sliced green onions, Sliced tomatoes, Sliced avocado.
Steps Elec/mixer cr/cheese smooth/creamy. Mix in well 1 cup enchilada sauce. Stir in 1 1/2–2 c cooked chicken, 1 can green chiles, 3/4 c shredded cheese, 2 Tbl cilantro, 1 tsp taco seasoning to combine. Bake in sprayed b/dish 375 deg 20 to 25 min, cheese is bubbly. Remove and top w/ 3/4 c cheese; broil cheese lightly golden. Top w/ 2 Tbl cilantro. Serve with fresh tortilla chips.
Notes Storage: store airtight in fridge 3 days. To make-ahead: Prepare dip as directed. Saran tightly, place in fridge 24 hrs; let sit at room temp about 10 min before baking. Chicken: Use rotisserie or cooked canned chicken. Variations: Can add black beans or corn.
Crockpot Version: Place cream cheese, enchilada sauce, chicken, chiles, 3/4 cup cheese, 2 Tablespoons cilantro, and taco seasoning in crockpot. Stir together. Cook on low 1 hour, or until cheese is bubbly. Before serving, add remaining cheese on top and broil for a couple minutes.
lol......the latter for sure.
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