The Bottom Line: April 12th is National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day!
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April 12th is National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day! Although it only requires three ingredients (bread, cheese, and butter), grilled cheese is one of the most popular comfort foods in the world.
For example, did you know that the Ancient Romans were the first civilization to make a cooked bread and cheese sandwich? TRUTH! Still, many cultures have invented their own take on this ancient dish. In France, people enjoy Croque Monsieur (a grilled ham and cheese sandwich) while in Switzerland, they melt the cheese and toast the bread separately before combining them.
As for the classic American grilled cheese, the sandwich emerged in the 1920s when inexpensive cheese and affordable sliced bread became available. It’s now a staple in cafés, diners, and school cafeterias across the country!
The Bottom Line: April 12th is National Licorice Day!
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April 12th is National Licorice Day! If you fancy something a little bit sweet, this is the day for you. There’s a reason people love licorice – specifically, black licorice. It helps relieve the pains that accompany certain types of ulcers, and it is good for the adrenal glands.
As for its origins, licorice root is a botanical ingredient in modern Chinese medicines used to manage cancers. Current research conducted at Rutgers, theState University of New Jersey, supports the use of licorice in the treatment of prostate and breast cancer.
In Egypt the Pharaohs used licorice to create a traditional drink called erqesos, which was consumed as a healing tonic.