Campbell’s surveyed 5-thousand adults from all 50 states about the details of their Thanksgiving dinner.
- More than half (56%) of respondents prefer eating side dishes over turkey, while 38% would be happy to skip the turkey and have a sides-only meal.
- And 60% say they enjoy cooking the sides more than the turkey.
- Aside from the sides, Campbell’s finds that folks who opt for a nontraditional Friendsgiving celebration are more likely to get creative in the kitchen. A third of those polled say they consider Friendsgiving a time to experiment with new recipes and flavors.
- So, what is the favorite Thanksgiving side dish? Overall, stuffing/dressing is number one for most of the country, but some states have other ideas. Mashed potatoes are number one in California, Wyoming, Utah, Iowa and West Virginia.
- Wyoming’s top five sides also include cranberry sauce, Virginia loves bread, and green vegetables are a favorite in South Carolina.
The Top Thanksgiving Side Dishes
- Stuffing/dressing
- Mashed potatoes
- Sweet potato casserole
- Green bean casserole
- Mac and cheese