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POPULAR THANKSGIVING SIDE DISHES STATE BY STATE

While some workers work holidays, the majority of workers can be thankful on Thanksgiving for a nice meal with their meals The website zappia.com searches to determine each state’s favorite Thanksgiving side. The website uses Google trends, to determine what Thanksgiving side each state eats a disproportionate amount of.

Here are some interesting food facts:

  • Mashed potatoes are the favorite of 10 states.

  • Right behind mashed potatoes is mac n’ cheese- 7 states know that it’s not Thanksgiving without the cheesy, delicious dish.

  • While most states are reaching for the carbs, Maine is all about that side salad.

  • The south isn’t a casserole belt, but the Midwest can’t get enough – especially of green bean casserole

  • Alabama doesn’t eat stuffing, they like “dressing” AKA southern people stuffing.

  • Only New Hampshire is a big fan of cranberry sauce.

  • Biscuits. Rolls. Crescent rolls. Forget, fancy sides, just toss some rolls in the oven.

  • 47 states want their sides carby, cheesy, potato-y, and delicious. Only 3 are reaching for veggies more.




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