State-by-State Guide to the Most Iconic Thanksgiving Side Dishes

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Texas: Jalapeño Cornbread

Texas adds a bit of spice to Thanksgiving with jalapeño cornbread, a moist and slightly spicy side with a hint of sweetness. Cornmeal batter is mixed with diced jalapeños, cheese, and sometimes corn kernels, then baked until golden. It’s a bold, flavorful side that brings a Tex-Mex flair to the holiday.