Did you know that April is the official Grilled Cheese month in the United States?  And today, April 12 is the official National Grilled Cheese Day here in the United States. 

Is this a great country or what?  We actually set aside a day to celebrate that ooey gooey melted goodness that is known as the grilled cheese sandwich.  Whether it is good old fashioned American cheese grilled with butter on white bread or creamy brie on brioche with herbs or swiss on rye, we love our grilled cheese sandwiches.

What does this have to do with allergies?  Well, nothing unless you need to use gluten free bread or soy cheese.  But grilled cheese is so awesome, I thought we should honor it with a post today.

My family likes the taste of grilled cheese and tomatoes.  My daughter likes a slice of tomato on her grilled cheese.  I think that is sacrilege.  My mother likes grilled cheese with tomato soup.  I think that is disgusting. The whole grilled cheese and tomato gene must have skipped a generation because just the thought of desecrating the simplicity of my grilled cheese turns me off. 

But, call that grilled cheese a quesadilla and make it with cheese and a flour or corn tortilla (no meats…I am a purist) and you bet I want some tomato salsa on there.  The hotter the better. 

I have made grilled cheese with sharp cheddar and granny smith apple.  I saw Paula Deen make grilled cheese with mayo on the outside of the bread instead of butter.  I admit I tried it, but I will stick to butter.

So, in honor of Grilled Cheese Day, tell me how you like your grilled cheese and we will post it here.

Till Next Time!

Cheryl
The Allergy Store