Without melt-able slices piled high, buttered bread would be buttered bread; burgers would be lacking without a zingling ooze; mac & cheese would be...mac, to be honest. So many of our popular American dishes simply wouldn't be the same without a slice of cheddar's delectableness.
Cheddar history
This love of cheddar has a long history. How did cheddar become a staple in so many of our favorite dishes? Let us tell you! Let us tell you!
In the 12th century, Cheddar, a village in Somerset, England, first appeared in the village of Cheddar. Although cheddar accounts for more than half of all cheese sold in the United States, it is a royal hit in the United Kingdom, where it was made. More than half of the cheese sales in the United Kingdom go to cheddar, in fact.
Peter McIntosh, the renowned cheesemaker, brought his cheese-making skills to Tillamook County, Oregon, where it rains a lot and the grass was always green. He taught the locals all he knew, and earned himself the name "Cheese King of the Coast" in due time. In Tillamook, there are more cows than people, and those local farmers have since formed the Tillamook County Creamery Association, the farmer-owned cooperative we now know today.
No wonder cheddar finds its way into so many recipes or a simple snack. No wonder cheddar is a favorite. The rich, creamy, and occasionally crumbly flavor is what keeps us coming back for more, bite after delectable bite.
How to celebrate #nationalcheddarday.
- Hashtag it! With #NationalCheddarDay on social media, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or Pinterest, you can show the world how much you love cheddar by posting your favorite recipe with #NationalCheddarDay
- Celebrate with others by staging your own National Cheddar Day celebration.
- Share your favorite cheddar dishes
- There are plenty to choose from here for a wine and cheese night, impromptu fondue, or a grilled cheese cook-off
- Finally, if you're local to Tillamook or heading to the Pacific Northwest, add the Tillamook Creamery as a destination to see how cheddar is made; sampling a thing or two as well. Over a million visitors come to the Creamery each year. That's a whole lotta chedda
The national cheddar day is the longest in national cheddar day history
Tillamook created National Cheddar Day on February 13, 2019, to commemorate its 110th birthday and showcase a passion for cheddar with cheese-lovers around the world, giving cheddar a day to shine on its own. Tillamook founded National Cheddar Day on February 13, 2019, to celebrate its 110th birthday and showcase a passion for cheddar with cheese-lovers around the world.
This family-owned cooperative, which was established on the coast of Oregon, continues to produce the most consistent, best tasting, high-quality dairy products in the most natural way possible. Tillamook Way has been recognized for their cheese, ice cream, sour cream, butter, and yogurt products made the Tillamook Way, according to its founders and the belief that everyone deserves real food that makes them feel good every day. Tillamook is thrilled to celebrate National Cheddar Day with cheddar enthusiasts around the world for years to come. Committed to unwavering values that never sacrifice quality for profit, Tillamook is proud to celebrate National Cheddar Day with cheddar enthusiasts everywhere for years to come.
Cheddar FAQ
Q. How many varieties of cheddar cheese are there?
A. Basic cheddar cheeses are extra crispy, sharp, and mild, with flavors ranging from a tangy bite to a mild smooth texture. However, herbs and spices can be added to cheddar for even more flavor.
Q. Is cheddar a good slicing cheese?
Yes! Yes! Yes! Unlike softer cheeses, cheddar slices are very simple to cut. It's also a great melting cheese.
Q. Is cheddar cheese good on pizza? Q. Does cheddar cheese go well on pizza?
Yes! Mmmm...yes! Despite the fact that mozzarella is more popular on pizza, cheddar is another delectable cheese option.
Relevant observances
- onth is Fun with Fondue Month Fun with Fondue Month
- Cheese Fondue Day
- Wine and Cheese Day
- Mac and Cheese Day
