It’s tricky to mess with tradition on Thanksgiving, but with a few tweaks, some typically one-note side dishes can become boldly flavored, exciting dishes.
Campbell’s has released its 2023 State of the Sides, a food-focused report on holiday food trends, top side dishes and must-try recipes to celebrate the official start of “sides” season.
It’s just about time to adjust your waistband in anticipation of holiday meals, and a new survey is ranking the top side dishes that your guests might hope to see when they pull up a chair at your table. Sixty-seven percent of those surveyed said they prefer side dishes to the entrée, which is up by one percent from last year’s report and on average, Americans serve five side dishes on their Thanksgiving table each year. Mashed potatoes were the top side dish in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Let’s be honest, the best part of Thanksgiving isn’t the turkey it’s side dishes like potatoes and sweet potatoes that steal the spotlight. Get ready to carve out a special place on your plate for these recipes, from velvety mashed potatoes to crispy roasted ones. Recipes like our Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole have earned four- and five-star reviews, so we know you’ll love the flavors and textures in every bite.