White Castle

Does anyone remember White Castle? There were the tiny hamburgers before the Golden Arch. First fast-food hamburger chain ever. White Castle actually started in the 1920's I found out from their website. I remember being able to get 10 burgers for $1.00 or a "sack full." I tried the frozen burgers from the grocery. Just not the same. If you are going to try the frozen ones, best not to put them in the microwave! It says microwaveable - DON'T!

The website has a timeline. Until I read the history, I never realized the patties had five holes. The holes made the burger cook faster - interesting. I only opened the burger to check for the onions, pickle and ketchup. Never noticed those holds. white Castle was opened 24 hours, a true New York restaurant.

From a Press Release: White Castle was founded in 1921 in Wichita, Kansas. The company owns and operates 400 units in 11 states and is considered to be the first fast food hamburger restaurant. Its unique steam-grilled hamburger is the featured ingredient in the company's third recipe book, "By the Sackful: Recipes from 85 Years of White Castle Craving," now on sale via www.whitecastle.com or in select bookstores.