National Grilled Cheese Day

1.) National Grilled Cheese Day is celebrated every year on April 12th in the United States.

National Grilled Cheese Day

2.) The origins of the grilled cheese sandwich can be traced back to ancient Rome, where bread and cheese were a common meal.

National Grilled Cheese Day

3.) 1. The modern version of the grilled cheese sandwich as we know it today first appeared in the 1920s when sliced bread and processed cheese became widely available.

National Grilled Cheese Day

4.)  The most popular cheese for grilled cheese sandwiches in the United States is cheddar, followed by American cheese and Swiss cheese.

National Grilled Cheese Day

5.)  Grilled cheese sandwiches can be made with a variety of breads, including sourdough, rye, and even cinnamon raisin bread.

National Grilled Cheese Day

6.)  In 2017, the largest grilled cheese sandwich was made in Mexico and measured over 213 feet long.

National Grilled Cheese Day

7.) Grilled cheese sandwiches are often paired with tomato soup, with the combination dating back to the Great Depression.

National Grilled Cheese Day

8.)  The world record for the most grilled cheese sandwiches made in one hour is 215, set by a team of chefs in Wisconsin in 2019.

National Grilled Cheese Day

9.)  The Grilled Cheese Invitational is an annual competition held in Los Angeles, California, where contestants compete for the title of "The Big Cheese."

National Grilled Cheese Day

10.)   Some creative grilled cheese variations include adding bacon, avocado, or even macaroni and cheese to the sandwich. 

National Grilled Cheese Day

10.)   Some creative grilled cheese variations include adding bacon, avocado, or even macaroni and cheese to the sandwich. 

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