National Grilled Cheese Day

National Grilled Cheese Day History

National Grilled Cheese Day celebrates the popular hot sandwich. A grilled cheese sandwich consists of toasted bread with melted cheese inside. It is a simple recipe that has been enjoyed since the Ancient Roman civilization. It is believed that they were one of the first to combine heated bread and cheese as a sandwich. Grilled cheese became popular in the U.S in the 1920s when bread and cheese became more affordable. Its popularity continued as more people discovered the zesty flavor of a grilled cheese. A common pairing with the sandwich is creamy tomato soup.

National Grilled Cheese Day seems to have been created in 2012 as a promotion for the toasted sandwich. It is observed annually on April 12th.

Facts about National Grilled Cheese Day

• According to fillyourplate.org, Ancient Romans were the first civilization to cook a bread and cheese type sandwich.
• The grilled cheese sandwich became a house staple in the 1920s when sliced bread and cheese became more affordable. According to fillyourplate.org however, it was prepared differently. An open slice of bread would be covered with American cheese.
• A typical grilled cheese sandwich made with 2 slices of white bread, 2 slices of American cheese, and 1 tablespoon of butter will have about 440 calories.
• The largest recorded grilled cheese sandwich was made in 2000 in Los Angeles, California. The sandwich weighed 320 pounds.

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Top things to do for National Grilled Cheese Day

• Visit your local sandwich shop and see if they are offering any specials or deals on grilled cheeses to celebrate the day.
• Explore grilled cheese recipes.
• Host a grilled cheese party. Have platters of meats, herbs, and spices for everyone to create their own sandwiches.