Greatest Thanksgiving Sides of All Time
Stuffing / Dressing or Scalloped Potatoes
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Why This Battle Matters
Is there anything more divisive at the Thanksgiving table than choosing between scalloped potatoes and stuffing? Herein lies a battle not just of flavors but of culinary ethos. On one side, the creamy, comforting embrace of scalloped potatoes, a dish that whispers of subtle richness and homely warmth. On the other, the bold, herb-infused stuffing — or dressing, depending on where you carve your turkey — a side that commands its own fanfare, stuffed with tradition and sometimes literally with sausage or oysters. As fans, your preferences will tip the scales, deciding whether tradition outflavors innovation or vice versa. What will it be — the silky layers or the savory crumble?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Stuffing / Dressing over Scalloped Potatoes when it comes to the greatest Thanksgiving Sides of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Stuffing / Dressing 80.4% of the time over Scalloped Potatoes.
Across all battles:
Stuffing / Dressing win rate: 73.7%
Scalloped Potatoes win rate: 42.5%
Fan FAQs
Why is this matchup such a big debate in the Greatest Thanksgiving Sides of All Time league?
This battle is a classic face-off between tradition and comfort. On one side, you have stuffing, a Thanksgiving staple that’s almost as essential as the turkey itself. On the other side, there are scalloped potatoes, with their decadent, creamy texture. It's a tug-of-war between the hearts of tradition lovers and those who vote for rich, cheesy indulgence.
What makes Scalloped Potatoes so popular despite trailing in the league?
Scalloped Potatoes bring that creamy, cheesy goodness that's a hit at any feast. They're like that rich, comforting side that you can't help but scoop a little more of onto your plate. Fans love them for their versatility too, they're just as perfect with a weeknight dinner as they are at a holiday table.
Why is Stuffing / Dressing crushing Scalloped Potatoes in the Greatest Thanksgiving Sides of All Time league?
Stuffing, or Dressing as some folks call it, is just quintessential Thanksgiving, right? It's like the ultimate comfort food that hits all the right notes: savory, herby, and a little bit nostalgic. Plus, it pairs perfectly with turkey and cranberry sauce, which might explain why it's dominating the vote!