Michiana moms, we need to talk about Thanksgiving—specifically, what’s really the star of your holiday table.

If you’re like most of us juggling work deadlines and carpool schedules while mentally planning your Thanksgiving menu, here’s some news that might shake up your shopping list: America has officially chosen its favorite Thanksgiving side dish, and it’s NOT mashed potatoes.

The Great Side Dish Showdown

According to Campbell’s annual Thanksgiving poll, stuffing has claimed the #1 spot for the second year in a row, dethroning the long-reigning champion of mashed potatoes. Yes, you read that right—those buttery, creamy spuds we all thought were untouchable have been knocked to second place.

Here’s how America’s Top 5 Thanksgiving sides stacked up:

1. Stuffing 🏆
2. Mashed Potatoes
3. Sweet Potatoes
4. Mac-and-Cheese
5. Green Bean Casserole

Why This Matters to Your Thanksgiving Prep

Let’s be honest: as working moms, we’re already planning which dishes we can make ahead, which ones the kids will actually eat, and which recipes won’t leave us exhausted before the turkey even hits the table.

Here’s the really interesting part—63% of Americans admit they like Thanksgiving sides MORE than the main course. And nearly half (47%) say they’d be totally fine filling their plate with just side dishes. (Finally, someone said it out loud!)

The Green Bean Casserole Anniversary

Speaking of classics, that love-it-or-hate-it green bean casserole is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. According to Campbell’s research, 44% of people call their green bean casserole recipe “the most iconic Thanksgiving side.” It’s especially popular here in the Midwest—so chances are, it’s making an appearance at your neighbor’s table this year.

Ready to Mix Things Up?

Here’s the fun part: 33% of people tried a brand-new side dish last year, and 81% say they’d consider tweaking at least one traditional recipe to try something different.

So whether you’re Team Stuffing, ride-or-die for mashed potatoes, or secretly planning to load up on just the sides (we see you), there’s no wrong way to do Thanksgiving.

And let’s not forget the best part: 85% of adults say leftovers are one of the best parts of Thanksgiving. Because nothing beats that leftover-stuffing-and-turkey sandwich at midnight, am I right?

The Bottom Line

Whether you’re making everything from scratch or strategically picking up a few items from the store (no judgment here—we’ve all got a million things on our plates), the most important ingredient is spending time with the people you love.

What’s YOUR must-have Thanksgiving side? Hit us up on Froggy 102.7’s Facebook page and let us know if you’re Team Stuffing or Team Mashed Potatoes!

Source: Campbell’s Thanksgiving Survey via PR Newswire

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