Author name: Trisha Haas

Christmas Oreos

Those white chocolate coated Oreos that show up every Christmas season are dangerously good. These homemade versions are nearly as delicious, half dipped, and decorated like little Christmas trees for a festive touch. They may look fancy, but they are …

Cornbread Salad

This cornbread salad is a classic Southern-style layered salad made with sweet cornbread, bell peppers, tomatoes, corn, bacon, shredded cheese, and a creamy ranch salsa dressing. This side dish is served cold, feeds a crowd easily, and works well for p…

Ruth’s Chris Bread Pudding

Ruth’s Chris is famous for two things, the steaks and the desserts, and their bread pudding recipe definitely falls into the “don’t skip it” category. The restaurant version comes out in a huge deep pan, super custardy in the middle with that carameliz…

Ruth’s Chris Sweet Potato Casserole

If you’ve ever been to Ruth’s Chris Steak House, you already know their side dishes hold their own next to the steaks. The sweet potato casserole feels homey even in a fine dining setting, with a rich buttery base and a sweet pecan crust that makes you…

Banana Split Fluff Salad

Banana Split Fluff Salad is one of those recipes that looks like a party the second you bring it to the table. It has all the flavors you’d expect from a banana split, but you get them in a creamy, spoonable dessert salad that feeds a whole lot of peop…

Banana Pudding Fluff Salad

Banana Pudding Fluff Salad is the kind of easy dessert salad that always goes over well at potlucks and holidays. It has the soft, creamy flavor of traditional banana pudding but comes together like a classic fluff salad with marshmallows, whipped topp…

Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Balls

One of my favorite things about “holiday baking” is actually the recipes that don’t require any baking at all. These Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes turn into the most delicious little cake balls with almost no work, and they never last …

Tomato Beef Noodle Casserole

Tomato beef noodle casserole is one of those easy dinners that comes together with simple ingredients and a familiar red-sauce flavor. The beef cooks down into the tomato sauce, the noodles stay creamy from the sour cream and cottage cheese, and the ch…

Mini Bacon Ranch Cheeseball Bites

There’s something so fun about food on a stick, and these Mini Bacon Ranch Cheeseball Bites prove it. Creamy, salty, crunchy, and downright addictive, these little appetizers are always the first thing to disappear at a party. You’ve got cream cheese, …

Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Breasts

Learning how to cook chicken breasts in a cast iron skillet is one of those simple kitchen skills that everyone should have. It’s quick, reliable, and gives you juicy, golden chicken every single time. My daughter’s in college now and just starting to …

6-7 Cheeseball

There’s no denying the 6-7 joke has taken over kids and teens lately (even the dictionary word of the year got in on it), so we decided to lean into the humor and make a 6-7 Cheeseball for the holidays. It’s still a sweet, simple, and surprisingly deli…

Pumpkin Pie Cake That Tastes Like Fall

If you love pumpkin pie but want something a little easier (and maybe a little more crowd-friendly), this Ooey Gooey Pumpkin Pie Cake is the perfect answer. It’s part pie, part cake, and completely delicious. The bottom layer bakes into a smooth, custa…

Viral Baked Onion Rings

These Viral TikTok Onion Rings are a cheesy, crispy, oven-baked version of the classic fried appetizer, which requires no batter, no oil, and ready in about 15 minutes. Made with sliced onions, Parmesan cheese, and simple seasonings, this easy recipe b…

Ground Beef and Pepper Rice Bowls

This Ground Beef and Peppers Rice Bowl recipe is one of those meals that feels like it shouldn’t be this easy. It’s quick, cheap, and hearty enough to fill everyone up without needing sides or extras. With ground sirloin (or beef), sweet bell peppers, …

Tailgate Chicken Salad Recipe

This Tailgate Chicken Salad is one of those easy recipes that just works wherever you take it. It’s creamy, simple, and made with real, everyday ingredients, nothing fancy, just a good classic chicken salad. Whether it’s a weekend tailgate, an office p…

Sheet Pan Garlic Parmesan Carrots

These Sheet Pan Garlic Parmesan Carrots are one of those easy vegetable sides that deserve a spot on your Thanksgiving table. Baked right on top of a layer of parmesan cheese, the carrots turn tender in the center while the edges get perfectly crisp an…

Veggie Pinwheels

If you need a colorful, make-ahead party appetizer, these Veggie Pinwheels are always a hit. They’re filled with finely chopped fresh vegetables, herbs, and cream cheese for a creamy bite with just enough crunch. If you have never made them, pinwheels …

Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars

These Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars are soft, buttery, and topped with frosting and colorful sprinkles for the perfect holiday treat. They taste just like classic sugar cookies, but instead of rolling and cutting each one, you press the dough into a pan …

Salted Caramel Mini Crackers

These salted caramel cracker bites are one of those snacks that disappear faster than you expect. Buttery, sweet, a little salty, and perfectly crisp, they’re made with mini saltine crackers, brown sugar, and butter, caramelized together in the oven un…

Whoville Dip (Holiday Dessert Dip)

If you’re looking for a fun holiday treat that looks like it came straight out of Whoville, this bright green dessert dip is the one. It’s creamy, sweet, and fluffy with just a hint of cake flavor, and topped with red heart sprinkles for that classic h…

Fajita Chicken Bake

Some nights call for a recipe you can get from the fridge to the table without a lot of work, and this cheesy fajita chicken bake delivers. It’s creamy, cheesy, full of bell peppers, and baked right in the oven for a no-fuss weeknight chicken dinner. T…

Sugared Cranberries

If you’ve seen the viral TikTok sugared cranberries recipe, you already know how festive these little gems look on a holiday table. The sweet powdered sugar coating paired with the tart cranberry makes them pop in your mouth, and they’re just as fun to…

Slow Cooker Lava Cake Recipe

A slow cooker lava cake recipe is one of the easiest ways to get a restaurant-style molten chocolate dessert at home. The edges bake into a soft cake while the center stays gooey and fudgy, giving you that signature “lava” texture without being raw. It…

Cranberry Chili Meatballs

There’s a reason cranberry chili meatballs disappear so quickly at holiday parties and potlucks. They’re sweet, tangy, and savory, a lot like the classic cocktail meatballs with jelly, but with a brighter cranberry flavor and a kick of chili sauce that…

Strawberry Fluff Salad

There are so many versions of fluff salads out there, but this Strawberry Fluff Salad with pretzels is hands down one of my favorites. You get that creamy, sweet whipped layer, fresh juicy strawberries, and the surprise crunch of buttery sugared pretze…

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