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Pennsylvania’s Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dish is a Classic

Placeholder Shilloutte User Image Anne Erickson November 16th
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If you love food, and chances are you do, then one of your favorite holidays is coming up soon: Thanksgiving. When it comes to this celebrated holiday, people often debate about what Thanksgiving dishes and side dishes are the most popular.

Well, debate no longer, as Scholaroo.com has put together its favorite Thanksgiving Side Dishes Report. The report is “a study of the preferences and trends of people in the U.S. conducted by the educational research company and website search engine Scholaroo – Americans’ favorite dish to spend the holiday celebrating with loved ones is the creamy, delicious, and easy-to-make mashed potatoes,” according to a release.

“Thanksgiving is one of America’s most anticipated and loved holidays, being celebrated without an established gift component, in which everyone gives thanks for the things they have,” the study states. “When you think of Thanksgiving traditions, the delicious dishes typical of the celebration soon come to mind. Mashed potatoes, casseroles, sauces, and other delicious side dishes from different cultures make the perfect combination for the big star of the feast: a juicy, well-cooked, huge turkey!”

So, what’s most popular in Pennsylvania? The most popular Thanksgiving side dish in the Keystone State is a classic: mashed potatoes. As a vegetarian, I always love to munch on mashed potatoes on Turkey Day. It’s also the favorite side dish in 21 states including California, New York, and Tennessee, making it the most popular side dish in the entire country. No. 2 is green bean Casserole, which is also the favorite side dish in 12 states. No. 3 is corn bread, followed by baked sweet potatoes at No. 4 and cranberry sauce to round out the top five. Find the full study of the most popular Thanksgiving side dishes in America here. What’s your favorite Turkey Day side dish? Reach out to us on social media and let us know.

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  • 10. Jenkintown

    “Jenkintown is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 4,418. Jenkintown is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Jenkintown offers residents an urban feel and most residents own their homes. In Jenkintown there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.”

    Living in Jenkintown

    Jenkintown is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 4,418. Jenkintown is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Jenkintown offers residents an urban feel and most residents own their homes. In Jenkintown there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.

  • 9. Fox Chapel

    “Fox Chapel is a suburb of Pittsburgh with a population of 5,104. Fox Chapel is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Fox Chapel offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Fox Chapel there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.”

    Living in Fox Chapel

    Fox Chapel is a suburb of Pittsburgh with a population of 5,104. Fox Chapel is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Fox Chapel offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes.

  • 8. Upper Uwchlan Township

    “Upper Uwchlan Township is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 11,677. Upper Uwchlan Township is in Chester County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Upper Uwchlan Township offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Upper Uwchlan Township there are a lot of restaurants and parks.”

    Living in Upper Uwchlan Township

    Upper Uwchlan Township is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 11,677. Upper Uwchlan Township is in Chester County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Upper Uwchlan Township offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes.

  • 7. East Whiteland Township

    “East Whiteland Township is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 12,328. East Whiteland Township is in Chester County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in East Whiteland Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In East Whiteland Township there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.”

    Living in East Whiteland Township

    East Whiteland Township is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 12,328. East Whiteland Township is in Chester County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in East Whiteland Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes.

  • 6. Nether Providence Township

    “Nether Providence Township is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 13,744. Nether Providence Township is in Delaware County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Nether Providence Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Nether Providence Township there are a lot of restaurants and parks.”

    Living in Nether Providence Township

    Nether Providence Township is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 13,744. Nether Providence Township is in Delaware County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Nether Providence Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes.

  • 5.

    “Franklin Park is a suburb of Pittsburgh with a population of 14,701. Franklin Park is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Franklin Park offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Franklin Park there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.”

    Living in Franklin Park

    Franklin Park is a suburb of Pittsburgh with a population of 14,701. Franklin Park is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Franklin Park offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes.

  • 4. Aspinwall

    “Aspinwall is a suburb of Pittsburgh with a population of 2,687. Aspinwall is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Aspinwall offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Aspinwall there are a lot of bars, coffee shops, and parks.”

    Living in Aspinwall

    Aspinwall is a suburb of Pittsburgh with a population of 2,687. Aspinwall is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Aspinwall offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Aspinwall there are a lot of bars, coffee shops, and parks.

  • 3. Narberth

    “Narberth is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 4,304. Narberth is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Narberth offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Narberth there are a lot of parks.”

    Living in Narberth

    Narberth is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 4,304. Narberth is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Narberth offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Narberth there are a lot of parks.

  • 2. Mount Lebanon Township

    “Mount Lebanon Township is a suburb of Pittsburgh with a population of 31,808. Mount Lebanon Township is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Mount Lebanon Township offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Mount Lebanon Township there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.”

    Living in Mount Lebanon Township

    Mount Lebanon Township is a suburb of Pittsburgh with a population of 31,808. Mount Lebanon Township is in Allegheny County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Mount Lebanon Township offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes.

  • 1. Swarthmore

    “Swarthmore is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 6,339. Swarthmore is in Delaware County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Swarthmore offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Swarthmore there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.”

    Living in Swarthmore

    Swarthmore is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 6,339. Swarthmore is in Delaware County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Swarthmore offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Swarthmore there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.

  • Source

    This list is via Niche.com.

Anne Erickson's love for music drew her into radio, and she started shortly after graduating from MSU. She has a passion for rock and metal, plus local music. She also fronts the band Upon Wings. Email Anne at erickson@WRIF.com, follow her on Instagram at @EricksonAnne and tweet at her @AnneErickson!