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The History of Grilled Cheese
00:57 - 05:40 (04:42)
Grilled cheese has been a staple menu item since the Great Depression due to its affordability and filling nature. The sandwich originated as a ham and cheese sandwich dipped in pancake batter in the 1920s.
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Mayonnaise is a good alternative to butter when making grilled cheese sandwiches.
00:57 - 03:09 (02:11)
Grilled Cheese
Summary
Mayonnaise is a good alternative to butter when making grilled cheese sandwiches. However, experts suggest avoiding Kewpie mayonnaise due to a funky taste ingredient.
ChapterThe History of Grilled Cheese
EpisodeShort Stuff: Salute the Grilled Cheese
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Grilled cheese sandwiches have been around since the ancient Roman times and have evolved into variations such as the French Croque Monsieur or Madame and the American Monte Cristo.
03:09 - 04:24 (01:14)
Grilled cheese
Summary
Grilled cheese sandwiches have been around since the ancient Roman times and have evolved into variations such as the French Croque Monsieur or Madame and the American Monte Cristo.
ChapterThe History of Grilled Cheese
EpisodeShort Stuff: Salute the Grilled Cheese
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The popularity of sliced bread in the 1920s led to the rise of grilled cheese during the Great Depression as an inexpensive and filling menu item.
04:24 - 05:40 (01:16)
Food
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The popularity of sliced bread in the 1920s led to the rise of grilled cheese during the Great Depression as an inexpensive and filling menu item.