Let's be real, Thanksgiving is pretty awesome. You get to lounge at home and finally have a valid reason to eat as much as you usually do. But, we all know that some Thanksgiving essentials are clearly superior to others...

10. Jello

Why is this even a thing? I'm sorry Grandma but I will never accept you trying to make Jello salad a real Thanksgiving dessert.

9. Green Beans / Brussels Sprouts / Carrots

Yes, these are all different, but I figured we could just lump the veggies together and call it a day.

8. Cranberry Sauce

This tart game-player has never been a top contender. Some say it is the winner of the meal, but I usually just put in on the table for color.

7. Rolls

There is nothing better than a warm roll, but with all the other vital food options, why waste precious room in your stomach on this simple bread?

6. Yams

While this addition to the table brings color and is deliciously sweet, it lacks the qualities that may make it an essential item on your plate.

5. Stuffing

Great stuffing can make or break the Thanksgiving meal. This classic must make an appearance at the table.

4. Mashed Potatoes

My family once forgot mashed potatoes on Thanksgiving. I refused to attend the meal. Enough said.

3. Pumpkin Pie

There is no other acceptable dessert. The perfect pumpkin pie + whipped cream is the only proper ending to a Thanksgiving meal.

2. Gravy

You are simply required to put gravy on everything. If you don't have gravy on your plate, you are doing it wrong.

1. Turkey

The king of the table, turkey reigns at the top of the Thanksgiving food hierarchy. It even lulls you into that perfect post-dinner coma.

Get ready for a food-filled Thanksgiving and don't forget your fat pants.