National Mac And Cheese Day

Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Dec 22, 2023 By Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Originally Published on Mar 04, 2022
Fact-checked by Sudeshna Nag
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Cheesy macaroni is considered a comfort dish by the Americans, and National Mac and Cheese Day celebrates it.

Where is National Mac And Cheese Day celebrated?

This day is celebrated throughout the United States of America.

Who celebrates National Mac And Cheese Day?

National Mac And Cheese Day is celebrated by all American cheese and pasta lovers and people who love this cheesy macaroni in all its forms.

When did National Mac And Cheese Day start?

There is no information available about the origin of this day or when it was first celebrated.

Who started National Mac And Cheese Day?

We are yet to know about the founder of the National Mac and Cheese day.

Cheesy macaroni becomes a tastier dish with bacon or meat of your choice in it.

History And Timeline

Although the origin of National Mac and Cheese Day is still a mystery, here's a list of interesting historical events related to this dish.

The First Evidence Of A Recipe

'Forme of Cury' is an English medieval cookbook that includes the oldest mac and cheese recipes.

14th century

First publication of the recipe

'The Virginia House-Wife' cookbook of the U.S. first mentioned the recipe of this classic dish.

1824

Introduction Of Kraft Macaroni

The boxed meal of classic mac and cheese was introduced by Kraft, which spread like wildfire in the entire U.S. during the Great Depression.

1937

Royal Mac And Cheese

President Jefferson served his guests with mac and cheese at a dinner party in the White House.

1802

Crayola Mac And Cheese

A new crayon color named mac and cheese was introduced by Crayola.

1993

Traditions And Customs

All the macaroni lovers celebrate this day by hopping from one restaurant to another to grab a bite of the best cheesy mac. Restaurants come up with various attractive deals, including a free box of macaroni cheese.

People also throw fun food challenges that involve finishing off the pasta and the cheeses. Some food lovers enjoy cooking at home with family and friends. Social media buzzes with cheese recipe videos and posts. Online chefs showcase their exceptional culinary skills by preparing similar mac and cheese recipes and bringing out a unique twist in the main dish.

Ways to Observe Or Celebrate National Mac And Cheese Day

The perfect way to celebrate mac and cheese day is by indulging in some ooey-gooey macaroni and cheeses. You can also hit the kitchen to make delicious cheese specials with meat, bacon, and grated cheese.

Free mac and other promotional deals are also offered in popular food joints, like Kraft Macaroni. You can also eat delicious classic mac in some of the high-end restaurants.

Facts And Stats

  • Simple and yet delicious mac and cheese preparation that can be easily made with a cheese sauce is one reason to celebrate the day.
  • Van Leeuwen Ice cream parlor and Kraft Macaroni collaborated to bring out their limited-edition ice cream and basic mac and cheese for this day in 2021.
  • The National Mac and Cheese Day is also a celebration of the varied recipes found across the United States of America. The midwest region calls it the hotdish. In the north, it is a casserole, whereas, in the south, mac and cheese is served with BBQ and a salad made of potatoes.
  • Due to the food shortage that prevailed during Second World War, the idea of mac and cheese became immensely popular among the masses to supplement the meat.

Is there a National Macaroni Day?

Yes, National Macaroni Day is celebrated on July 7 every year.

Which President invented Mac and cheese?

President Thomas Jefferson did not invent mac and cheese. However, he popularised this dish by serving it to the guests at the White House dinner party in 1802.

Who founded National Mac And Cheese Day?

We are yet to know about the founder of National Mac And Cheese Day.

How is National Mac and Cheese Day different from National Cheese Day?

National Mac and Cheese Day celebrate the yummy macaroni or other kinds of pasta cooked in cheese like cheddar. At the same time, National Cheese Day celebrates the various types of cheese and their origin.

How can celebrating National Mac and Cheese Day rejuvenate you?

A box of mac and cheese straight out of the oven is a portion of perfect comfort food, which can be enjoyed both as a side dish as well as the main course. The salty and creamy cheese stretching out from every corner of the baked macaroni or pasta, overloaded with the goodness of milk, instantly lifts the spirit.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Tuesday, July 07, 2020
  • Wednesday, July 07, 2021
  • Thursday, July 07, 2022
  • Friday, July 07, 2023
  • Sunday, July 07, 2024

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Written by Rajnandini Roychoudhury

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

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Rajnandini RoychoudhuryBachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

With a Master of Arts in English, Rajnandini has pursued her passion for the arts and has become an experienced content writer. She has worked with companies such as Writer's Zone and has had her writing skills recognized by publications such as The Telegraph. Rajnandini is also trilingual and enjoys various hobbies such as music, movies, travel, philanthropy, writing her blog, and reading classic British literature. 

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Fact-checked by Sudeshna Nag

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Sudeshna NagMaster of Arts specializing in History

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