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The History of Kraft Cheese
05:40 - 08:34 (02:53)
James L. Kraft revolutionized the cheese industry in 1914 with the founding of Kraft Cheese Company and the invention of processed cheese. This innovation made cheese more accessible and easier to use in a range of dishes, including the iconic grilled cheese sandwich.
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James L. Kraft revolutionized pasteurization of cheese and processed cheese in 1914, and started selling what was initially referred to as "rat cheese" or "rat trap cheese."
05:40 - 07:13 (01:32)
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James L. Kraft revolutionized pasteurization of cheese and processed cheese in 1914, and started selling what was initially referred to as "rat cheese" or "rat trap cheese." Kraft's processed cheese came in huge blocks and was sliced in the 1950s.
ChapterThe History of Kraft Cheese
EpisodeShort Stuff: Salute the Grilled Cheese
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Grilled cheese sandwiches have a long and varied history, with recipes dating back to 1902.
07:13 - 08:34 (01:20)
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Grilled cheese sandwiches have a long and varied history, with recipes dating back to 1902. The version of the sandwich we know today gained popularity in the 1960s, thanks to the availability of pre-sliced bread and packaged cheese, but its roots go back much further.