A peanut butter jelly sandwich is a favorite snack of millions of people. Here are 3 things you probably didn’t know about it.
It’s Pretty Healthy
Two tablespoons of peanut butter will give you 190 calories, 7 grams of protein, 2 grams of fiber, and 3 grams of sugar. It’s a calorie-dense food, but if you don’t eat too much it’s okay.
It Used to be a Delicacy
The first reference of a peanut butter & jelly sandwich comes from the Boston Cooking School magazine’s 1901 issue. Peanut butter was expensive back then and it was served in fancy tearooms.
Americans Like Smooth More Than Crunchy
According to the Southern Peanut Growers Association, 63% of Americans favor smooth peanut butter over crunchy. Which one is your favorite?
