Tasty Ways to Enjoy National Grilled Cheese Day
A dish like the grilled cheese sandwich illustrates how combining just a few ingredients can result in a truly delicious meal. Given the enduring love for this particular sandwich, it may be no surprise that it even has its own unofficial holiday – National Grilled Cheese Day on April 12. Keep reading to find out more about National Grilled Cheese Day and other cheese-focused dates of recognition, as well as how to celebrate these fun occasions at the Freddy’s near you.
What is National Grilled Cheese Day?
For many people, any day may be a great day for a tasty grilled cheese sandwich. However, on April 12 or National Grilled Cheese Day, consider making this classic comfort dish the focal point of a meal or activities. For example, you might finally try that new grilled cheese sandwich combination that you’ve been curious about or prepare some type of grilled cheese creation for every meal that day. Alternatively, this day might prompt you to experiment with an air fryer grilled cheese dish or use some of the chef tips shared at Simply Recipes in making your homemade grilled cheese sandwiches. Wondering about other special days designated for celebrating one of your favorite ingredients? Learn more about other food holidays involving cheese below.
How to Enjoy National Grilled Cheese Day at Freddy’s
On the Freddy’s menu, you’ll find dishes and customization opportunities that may be perfect for food holidays like National Grilled Cheese Day or for your enjoyment on any other day of the year. Below, discover different menu items that can help you revel in the glory of cheese!
Grilled Cheese Steakburger
For National Grilled Cheese Day on April 12, try the Grilled Cheese Steakburger – a tasty creation that combines grilled cheese (and its frequent tomato soup accompaniment) with our mouthwatering steakburger patties. With its two different types of cheese and buttered Texas toast, not to mention crispy bacon and a savory tomato spread, you’ll be glad that this steakburger and grilled cheese mashup isn’t only available on this one day each year!
Jalapeño Pepper Jack Double
National Steakburger Day on February 24 is just one of many opportunities to feast on any of the delicious steakburgers at Freddy’s. In September, National Cheeseburger Day is another occasion that invites you to relish a mouthwatering burger and to recognize just how much cheese can transform the burger experience. For example, the Jalapeño Pepper Jack Double features a specific type of cheese which, in combination with two other jalapeño components, creates a steakburger with a little kick! However, Freddy’s guests also have the option to customize their steakburgers and other sandwiches with a choice of American, Pepper Jack, or Swiss Cheese, as well as a blend of cheeses and even cheese sauce.
Strawberry Dreamcake
Want to honor the sweeter cheese preparations too, like National Cheesecake Day at the end of July? At Freddy’s, decadent cheesecake pieces are one of the available toppings for several of the frozen custard treats on our menu. They are also featured in the Strawberry Dreamcake treat, which includes vanilla frozen custard, strawberry puree, and cinnamon streusel.
Cheese Curds
On their own day of recognition in October or whenever the craving strikes, Freddy’s offers two sizes of Cheese Curds to snack on or to serve as a side for your choice of combo meal. Once they are lightly dusted with butter crumbs, these premium white cheddar cheese curds are then fried until they are golden and gooey. You can also choose from more than 10 different dipping sauces to pair with these bites.
On National Grilled Cheese Day and throughout the year, Freddy’s guests have multiple cheeses with which to customize their menu selections and can enjoy a variety of dishes that showcase the versatility of cheese. To make the most of your order on April 12 or otherwise, don’t forget to join Freddy’s Rewards to earn points on every order. Once you earn enough points, you can redeem them for FREE rewards to use in the Freddy’s app (available to download on Google Play or the App Store), online or in-store!