What’s your go-to comfort food?

Most of us take a little comfort in our favorite foods.... 

And according to research by the nutritional scientists at the University of Illinois, your favorite comfort food reveals a bit about your disposition. Here’s what they found:

• People who love mashed potatoes are less likely to microwave food and tend to be the most family oriented.

• Chicken soup lovers are usually laid back and have the lowest stress levels.

• If meatloaf mellows you out, you’re the traditional type and a good team player.

• If you take comfort in ice cream, you’re probably extroverted and have lots of friends.

By the way, if your go-to comfort food is mashed potatoes – you’re in good company. 1 in 4 Americans site those as the most comforting and say they remind them of Mom.