A Definitive Ranking Of The Best Thanksgiving Foods

Ever wondered where your favorite dish sits in the dining hierarchy? Well we've crunched the numbers to find out the answer for you.

10. Cranberry Sauce

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Cranberry sauce is just too divisive. Some people love it and some people absolutely hate it. It really can't compete with the rest of our list here today.

9. Candied Yams

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Candied yams aren't a national Thanksgiving staple, but they are absolutely delicious. Sweet and savory all in the same bite, what's not to love?

8. Light Meat

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Turkey is of course the headliner at a Thanksgiving meal. Unfortunately, light meat can dry out pretty easily, the reason for it being so low on the list.

7. Mashed Potatoes

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A nice rich serving of mashed potatoes really seals the deal on a Thanksgiving plate. Loaded up with butter, milk, and sour cream, it has the potential to be one of the best dishes on the table.

6. Gravy

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Gravy makes dry turkey edible and unsalted mashed potatoes delicious. It's pretty much the best, but it isn't really its own dish which contributes to its ranking.

5. Dark Meat

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Turkey makes a second appearance on the list at #5. Dark meat is juicier than its white counterpart though so that puts it higher on the list.

4. Mulled Cider

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Cider is the quintessential fall drink (aside from a PSL), add in some spices and it becomes the nectar of the gods. Yum.

3. Turkey Drumsticks

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The ever elusive drumstick is considered to be the best part of the bird by many. It's portability and deliciousness rank it high on the list.

2. Pumpkin Pie

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Dessert ranks highly because, let's face it, no one can say no to a slice of pie. We picked pumpkin pie specifically because it's a good late-fall pie, but we definitely enjoy apple, sweet potato, and pecan pie as well, to name a few.

1. Stuffing/ Dressing

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There is a distinction between stuffing and dressing that some people forget. Stuffing goes in the bird while dressing is cooked separately. However you cook it though, it's always a big crowd-pleaser.