A 3-day weekend is always nice.  Throw together a feast that you made on the grill...even better!

If you are one of the 58% of Minnesotans who are firing up the grill on Memorial Day weekend, use the foods below as your grocery list for this upcoming holiday.  You'll find the top sides people are mixing up and the top 6 items people are grilling this weekend.

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Top Sides People Are Serving in Minnesota on Memorial Day

I get so excited about grilling that I sometimes forget that we need a few other side dishes to complement our meal.  This Memorial Day, if you are having friends or family over, here are the top sides that have become THE staples for a BBQ:

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Potato Salad - Associated Food Stores has stated that 56% of people consider this side to be the most popular on Memorial Day.  Just make sure you don't leave it out too long!

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Corn On The Cob - Might be hard to find super fresh corn right now but there are always frozen options!  You could also try making Mexican street corn, another popular way to make this veggie.  This side is a popular one that 42% of people look forward to on Memorial Day.

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Pasta Salad - If you are looking for a timesaver, this is the side dish for you.  24% of people love seeing a pasta salad show up at the Memorial Day feast as well, which means you probably won't have leftovers.

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Baked Beans - Food & Wine has listed this side dish as one of the best for all grilled meats.

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Top 6 Items People Are Grilling on Memorial Day

Memorial Day weekend is the kick-off to summer. And if Americans haven't already fired up their grill, chances are they are lighting it up during this holiday. According to the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, below are the top 6 meats that will be part of the BBQ this Memorial Day.

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