{"id":416,"date":"2023-02-04T18:20:38","date_gmt":"2023-02-05T02:20:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foodconnectorproduction.com\/cheeseandmac\/?page_id=416"},"modified":"2026-04-01T16:12:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T23:12:54","slug":"home-start","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/realcaliforniamilkfoodservice.com\/grilled-cheese-contest\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The California Milk Advisory Board has announced the winners of the Real California Milk Grilled Cheese Sandwich Contest, a national online foodservice competition challenging professional chefs and culinary students to develop innovative dishes using California dairy products.<\/p>

Chef Doug Hildreth from Spofford, N.H. was the winner in the California Classic category with the Triple Jack Club Sandwich<\/strong> recipe, which showcased three flavored Real California Monterey Jack cheeses for exceptional melt, flavor and texture.<\/p>

Chef Jason Triail from Orange, Calif., took home the prize in the California Freestyle category with his Chile Relleno Grilled Cheese Sandwich<\/strong> recipe, a bold, flavor-forward concept blending three Real California cheeses with peppers and salsa.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Hosted by the CMAB, the contest challenged chefs from across the country to elevate one of the most recognizable menu staples using California cheeses and dairy products.<\/p>

The result was a lineup of eight inventive grilled cheese concepts that demonstrate how high-quality California dairy can transform a familiar favorite into a standout menu item.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Using global-inspired flavors and carefully layered cheese combinations designed for optimal melt and performance, finalists highlighted the versatility and culinary impact of cheeses made with milk from California family dairy farms.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Simple. Straightforward. Sublime.<\/p>

Up to three Real California cheeses only, no additional ingredients.<\/p>

Think purist perfection.<\/p>

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Go wild. One to three Real California cheeses plus any mix of proteins, veggies, or condiments.<\/p>

Just make sure the sandwich is at least 50% Real California cheese.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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For a list of the more than 250 varieties and style of Real California Cheese and the approved brands that produce them, please refer to the\u00a0California Cheesemaker<\/a><\/span>\u00a0list.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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For more information on the Real California Grilled Cheese Competition, please visit The Contest Details<\/u><\/a>.<\/strong><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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