Which combo is your go-to?
If you’re from the South, you’ve probably been to ameat-and-three.
As far as the menu, don’t be fooled.
The fried chicken with three sides at Pearl’s Diner in Laurel, Mississippi.Credit: Cedric Angeles
Here, vegetables include macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, hash brown casserole, and corn pudding.
It’s basically like Thanksgiving food, but you’re allowed to have it for lunch on a Tuesday.
Pretty cool, huh?
Basically, building the perfect plate is a big undertaking.
Are you a seasoned meat-and-three pro?
We’ll see about that.
Here’s what your meat-and-three order says about you.
(Don’t forget to always add dessert.
Peach cobbler, banana pudding, and chess pie are calling.)
You know your order is better than everyone else’s, and, quite frankly, you’re right.
It’s simple, straightforward, and never disappoints.
Unless thefried chicken is soggy.
Or you’ve just never outgrown asking for the same thing at the buffet line as your grandpa.
Who wants to put on real pants, anyway?
In an ideal world, you’d get the fried chicken, but the grease upsets your tummy.
Chicken and Dumplings + Fried Okra + Corn Pudding + Black-Eyed Peas
You have major impulse control.
Did you also order the banana pudding?
This combination is indulgent, but also shows that you’re not afraid to really go for it.
Especially if it’s nice and peppery.
Or maybe, a Catholic on Friday during Lent?
You’re someone who doesn’t even look in the turkey’s direction at Thanksgiving.
You’re there for the casseroles.
Can we blame you?
