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Picture the Thanksgiving table, a grand stage where two beloved contenders face-off: Mashed Potatoes, the creamy classic that's graced plates for decades, and Sweet Potato Casserole, a sweet and crunchy challenger that's won hearts with its marshmallow and pecan topping. It’s a culinary clash of tradition versus innovation, where each dish vies not just for a spot on your plate, but for cultural supremacy. What’s truly at stake? It's more than just bragging rights: it's about which dish can claim the title of the quintessential Thanksgiving side. Which side are you on? Does your heart say tradition with mashed potatoes, or does your soul crave the sweet innovation of the casserole?
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Mashed Potatoes over Sweet Potato Casserole when it comes to the greatest Thanksgiving Sides of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Mashed Potatoes 66.2% of the time over Sweet Potato Casserole.
Across all battles:
Mashed Potatoes win rate: 67.0%
Sweet Potato Casserole win rate: 36.1%
To see who's currently topping the charts in the Greatest Thanksgiving Sides of All Time league, just check out the GOAT List. Spoiler alert: Stuffing/Dressing is usually a crowd favorite!
Fans of Sweet Potato Casserole rave about its unique mix of sweet and savory flavors. The topping of marshmallows or pecans adds a perfect crunch or gooey sweetness that really makes this dish stand out. It's a festive staple that brings a touch of sweetness to the Thanksgiving spread.
Mashed Potatoes is leading, probably because it's such a classic comfort food that pairs perfectly with everything else on your Thanksgiving plate! It's creamy, buttery, and you can't forget the gravy volcano. Sweet Potato Casserole has its fans, but mashed potatoes just have that timeless appeal.