I wanted to let you know National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day falls on April 2nd, I know people couldn’t be more excited! Although I may be the only person on EARTH who doesn’t like PeanutButter and Jelly Sandwiches. I don’t mind having one or the other but don’t mix them and I spoke out of turn my nephew Jason is like me. Jason loves PeanutButter but he doesn’t like PeanutButter and Jelly either.
I would like to le t you know PeanutButter and Jelly is popular in the U.S. Some people may think PeanutButter and Jelly may seem like an odd combination but to others PeanutButter and Jelly is a great snack.
The best part is the many combinations of the classic PeanutButter and Jelly Sandwich choosing different flavors of Jelly or Jam and alternating between creamy and crunchy Peanut Butter. The question is what do you like on your PeanutButter and Jelly Sandwich and why?
its time for a Happy Dance for a lot of people because it’s National Peanut Butter and Jelly day! PeanutButter and jelly is one combo that is just about the best thing since Sliced Bread, even though technically it’s been around a few years longer.
PeanutButter debuted at the 1883 Chicago World’s Fair where it was mainly sold in fancy Tea rooms until the early 1900s, when the Peanut industry commercialized and PeanutButter became more affordable for everyone.
A home economist named Julia Davis Chandler conjured up the first known recipe for PB&J in a Boston cooking magazine back in 1901 (she recommended Currant Jelly). I’ve never had. Have you had Currant Jelly ad did you like it?
The 1928 pre-sliced Bread revolution led a lot of people to eat PeanutButter Sandwiches during the Great Depression since it was an affordable and nutritious treat that kids could make for themselves. During WWII the U.S. Army’s food ration list included PeanutButter, Jelly, and Bread.
We should give Soldiers the credit for combining these tasty ingredients into the classic combination we know and love today. Soldiers brought their recipe back home, and American children have benefited ever since. Join me today and let’s give thanks to all the PB&J pioneers! Peanut butter and Jelly’s an affordable, tasty, and easy lunch people can appreciate on April 2nd.
National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day Activities
- As a “thank you” to the nice lunch ladies and parents out there who packed your PB&Js, today is the day to spread the Jelly (and the love) and make a Sandwich for someone else.
- If you have the means and the opportunity put out different flavors of Jelly and PeanutButter. Maybe try making your own Jelly, or baking a loaf of Homemade Bread. Invite friends and family over to compare combinations.
- Today’s the day to text your better half and remind them that you’re nuttin’ without them.
Facts About Peanut Butter & Jelly
- Did you know PeanutButter and Jelly was President George W. Bush’s favorite Sandwich?
- PB&J lovers recommend spreading PeanutButter on both sides of the Bread to prevent it from getting soggy.
- Did you know a man in Iowa was ready to stab his brother for eating too many PB&J Sandwiches?
- here is a fun tip to share with your friends and family. Astronauts prepared PeanutButter and Jelly Sandwiches in space.
- There are restaurants that serve nothing but PeanutButter and Jelly Sandwiches.
Why People Love National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
- Combining a Legume (a Bean, Lentil, or Peanut) with a Grain (like Rice, Corn, and Wheat) creates a complete protein. This means PeanutButter and Jelly mixed with Whole Wheat Bread gives you all of the essential amino acids your body needs.
- PeanutButter and Jelly is elegantly simple and that makes it fertile ground for creativity. For example, what ratio of PeanutButter to Jelly do you prefer? What flavor Fruit? How chunky Peanut spread do you want? What type of Bread? Or how ’bout a PeanutButter and Jelly Bagel? Of course, you can always add additional ingredients. Elvis liked Bacon and Bananas on his PB&J…and who are we to argue with the King of Rock & Roll? Not, me.
- This smart Sammie has gotten many families through long car trips, hiking days, and school field trips. Who was to know three ingredients would yield so many lunches.? Not me. How about you?
Recipe for Grilled PeanutButter and Jelly Sandwich
Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings: 1 Yield: 1 sandwich
Ingredients
Original recipe yields 1 servings
- 2 teaspoons butter
- 2 slices white bread
- 2 teaspoons any flavor fruit jelly
- 1 teaspoon peanut butter
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
Heat a griddle or skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Spread jelly on the unbuttered side of one slice of bread; spread peanut butter on the other unbuttered side.
Place bread slices together, so peanut butter and jelly are in the middle.
Cook on the preheated griddle until golden brown and heated through, about 4 minutes per side.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cate
