Well we had the standard stuff growing up, but we also had rutabagas or waxed turnips every Thanksgiving or Christmas. It feel to me to cleave, peel, and chop again the rutabaga for the meal. I like rutabaga better than mashed potatoes.

My mother's stuffing was an acquired taste. It is excellent for adults but not children. It was not at all sweet.

I'm starting my own tradition this year: home-made apple sauce. I still have to sweeten it. I really do prefer no sugars, but it does need a little bit.