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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond’s 10 Minute Shrimp Stir Fry Is the Perfect Healthy Summer Dish

The Pioneer Woman star Ree Drummond shared her easy 10 minute stir fry recipe. Drummond rose to the challenge of developing a meal that could be prepared in under 10 minutes. Her shrimp stir fry is loaded with vegetables and she adds lemon juice, which she says gives it 'delicious flavor.'

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond’s Easy Salisbury Steak Recipe Is 1 of Her Family’s Favorite Meals

Ree Drummond's recipe for Salisbury steak is a comfort food classic that's a Drummond family favorite. The Pioneer Woman star shared how to make the easy recipe on her cooking show, which combines ground beef with bread crumbs and seasoning and that she fries in a skillet. She tops it with a delicious sauce.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond Gives Macaroni Salad an Interesting Twist

Ree Drummond gives a boring macaroni salad a fun upgrade with Mexican seasoning and plenty of spice. The Pioneer Woman star demonstrated how to make the 'festive and fun' macaroni salad which includes tomatoes, fresh corn, red onion, olives, black beans, and a dressing with jarred salsa, sour cream, mayonnaise, and spices.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond’s 16 Minute Steak and Potatoes Recipe Is the Perfect Quick Dinner

Ree Drummond has a super quick weeknight steak and potatoes recipe, which is ready in just 16 minutes. The Pioneer Woman star demonstrated how to make the steak medallions on her cooking show, with an easy caramelized onion sauce that tops the potatoes and steak. She piled the meal on a platter with horseradish sauce.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond’s Easy No-Bake Mac and Cheese Is Ready in Just 20 Minutes

Ree Drummond has shortened the cooking time on a classic mac and cheese dish by eliminating the baking step. The Pioneer Woman star's no-bake mac and four cheeses is loaded with cheesy goodness and flavor and ready in just 20 minutes. Drummond has a baked version of mac and cheese too that comes out crispy.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond’s Easy Blackberry Cheesecake Squares Have a Unique Crust

Ree Drummond's easy blackberry cheesecake squares are perfect for a potluck or party. The Pioneer Woman star shared how to make her cheesecake squares recipe, which has a vanilla wafer cooking and pecan crust, rather than a typical graham cracker crust. Drummond shared some easy tips for preventing the cheesecake from cracking.

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Ina Garten’s Twist on a Boring Vegetable Side Dish is so Barefoot Contessa

Ina Garten puts a delicious spin on cauliflower with a gratin side dish that's full of rich flavor. The Barefoot Contessa star boils the vegetable and makes a cheese white sauce and bread crumb topping, then bakes the side dish. It can be served hot or at room temperature.

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Ina Garten’s Easy Creamy Pasta Recipe Is a Quick Lunch or Dinner Idea That’s Loaded With Fresh Vegetables

Ina Garten's lemon fusilli with arugula is a quick weeknight meal that's satisfying and delicious. The Barefoot Contessa star shared how to make the recipe that includes a flavorful lemon cream sauce and plenty of fresh vegetables, including broccoli, arugula, and tomatoes. Garten added parmesan cheese and lemons before serving the meal.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond Said She Learned a Big Life Lesson After 1 Challenging Moment With Ladd

Ree Drummond went for a challenging hike with her husband during their Colorado vacation and learned something about life in the process. Ree shared the details of her experience on The Pioneer Woman blog, including how she wanted to turn around but Ladd encouraged her to keep going.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond Uses 1 Old-School Hack for Her Family’s Favorite Meal

Ree Drummond shared her family's favorite meal is a heart spaghetti chicken casserole. The Pioneer Woman star demonstrated her technique for making the casserole, which included boiling chicken and assembling shredded cooked chicken with spaghetti, onions, peppers, seasonings, and an old-school hack, cream of mushroom soup.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond Uses 1 Easy Trick for Her Chicken and Waffles Recipe

Ree Drummond shared her easy recipe for chicken and waffles, with tips for getting the best flavor and crunch. The Pioneer Woman has a two step method for cooking the chicken, first frying, then baking it. She also shared her tip for perfect waffles, using egg whites so they are lighter.

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Ina Garten’s Easy Chopped Kale Salad Includes a Delicious Caesar Dressing

Ina Garten shared how to make her easy chopped kale salad that's loaded with flavor including homemade croutons and a classic caesar dressing. The Barefoot Contessa star adds pancetta and pecorino to take the salad to another level. Components of the salad can be made ahead to be served later.

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Ina Garten’s French Pastry Recipe Is an Impressive Looking Dessert That’s so Easy to Make

Ina Garten shared her easy recipe for a beautiful French pastry that she uses for profiteroles. The Barefoot Contessa star explained the steps to make a pate a choux dough that she piped onto baking sheets for a puffed dessert she filled with ice cream and topped with a homemade chocolate sauce.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond’s Fresh Corn Casserole Is Perfect for a Summer Party

Ree Drummond's easy corn casserole is a fresh and delicious summer side dish that uses just a handful of ingredients. The Pioneer Woman shared her tips for the corn casserole, including how to slice the kernels for the best flavor. Drummond calls her casserole a 'crowd pleaser.'

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond Had to Learn How to Make Ladd’s Favorite Childhood Breakfast Before They Got Married

Ree Drummond shared the recipe for her husband Ladd's favorite breakfast from his childhood. Ladd's grandmother used to make him the classic egg-in-a-hole and The Pioneer Woman star said it's a tradition she's had to continue. She offered her tips for the best result, including how to perfectly cook the egg.

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Ina Garten’s Cheese Puffs Appetizer Looks Elegant but Is So Easy

Ina Garten shares her easy cheese puffs recipe that's made with a simple dough. The Barefoot Contessa star's cacio e pepe cheese puffs recipe are made with a handful of ingredients, including flavorful cheeses, salt and pepper. They look truly elegant but aren't complicated to make.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond’s Chicken Quesadilla Recipe Is Ready in Just 16 Minutes

Ree Drummond shares her quick chicken quesadilla recipe that's an easy 16 minute meal idea. The Pioneer Woman star makes a spicy chicken jalapeno popper quesadilla made with bacon, rotisserie chicken, jalapenos, cheese, and spices. Another quesadilla recipe involves cooking chicken breasts and adds onions and peppers to the filling.

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‘The Pioneer Woman’: Ree Drummond’s Easy Chicken Tortilla Casserole Is the Perfect Hearty Meal

Ree Drummond shared her easy chicken tortilla casserole recipe, which is one of her family's favorite meals. The Pioneer Woman star layered the Mexican casserole, like a lasagna, with tortillas, rice, beans, chicken, and cheese. The casserole is a great make-ahead dinner and can serve a crowd when entertaining.

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‘The Office’: Jenna Fischer Said This Jim and Pam Scene Was ‘Mental Gymnastics’ and Made Her Question the Show’s Writers

Jenna Fischer found one Jim and Pam scene challenging to act in because of her own personal opinions. Fischer shared that she didn't like Jim's romantic gesture of buying Pam a house, but her character ended up loving it. Fischer explained how she played the scene with Pam's journey in mind.

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‘The Office’: Jenna Fischer Said This Jim and Pam Moment Was 1 of the Hardest She Ever Laughed on the Show

'The Office' star Jenna Fischer said this Jim and Pam moment was 'one of the hardest I've ever laughed on the show.' Fischer recalled when Jim gave a tour of the house he bought for Pam and she and Jim Kraskinski couldn't stop laughing when he tried to remove a painting from the wall.