"Growing up, Thanksgiving was always one of my favorite days of the year. My mom is an incredible cook, and since it's her favorite holiday, we always hosted. It was the time when cousins and extended family filled the house, laughter echoed from every corner, and the kitchen smelled like pure happiness. Now that I'm older, I take Thanksgiving food seriously and make sure every essential dish has a place on the table."
"With that being said, here is my ranking of the 14 Thanksgiving essentials: I'm sure my list looks very different from yours, so let me know what your list looks like! Did I miss a Thanksgiving staple for your family? Let me know in the comments below! This post was written as part of the BuzzFeed Community Creator Program. Interested in joining? Sign up here to be notified when applications open up for the next round of Community Creators!"
Growing up, Thanksgiving centered on a mother's cooking and on hosting family gatherings. Cousins and extended family filled the house, laughter echoed from every corner, and the kitchen smelled like pure happiness. As an adult, Thanksgiving meals became more deliberate, with careful attention to ensuring every essential dish has a place on the table. A ranked list of 14 Thanksgiving essentials is offered to define a complete holiday meal. Readers are invited to compare their own lists and to note any missing family staples in the comments. Participation in the BuzzFeed Community Creator Program is mentioned, with a signup prompt for interested creators.
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