Ep 7. Cleaning Out the Fridge

In season 16 episode 7 of The Pioneer Woman, titled Cleaning Out the Fridge, Ree Drummond takes on the challenge of using up all the leftover food in her fridge. As a busy mom and cook, Ree often has bits and pieces of ingredients from previous meals that she wants to use up before they go bad.

Ree starts off by taking stock of what's in her fridge and comes up with a plan to make a few different dishes that utilize the ingredients she has on hand. She starts by making a leftover pot roast shepherd's pie, which is a twist on the classic comfort food. Instead of using ground beef, she uses the leftover pot roast and adds in some veggies and mashed potatoes on top.

Next up, Ree decides to make some Mediterranean-inspired flatbread pizzas using naan bread as the base. She tops them with leftover grilled chicken, red onion, arugula, and feta cheese for a delicious and easy meal.

For a quick and easy lunch, Ree whips up a leftover grilled chicken Caesar salad with homemade dressing. She also uses up some leftover rice by making a rice and black bean burrito bowl, which is topped with fresh veggies and a zesty lime dressing.

As a special treat, Ree uses up some leftover chocolate cake by turning it into a decadent chocolate cake trifle. She layers the cake pieces with whipped cream and chocolate pudding for a rich and indulgent dessert.

Throughout the episode, Ree shares her tips and tricks for using up leftovers and reducing food waste. She also talks about the importance of meal planning and shopping with a list, so that you don't end up with more food than you need.

Cleaning Out the Fridge is a practical and informative episode of The Pioneer Woman that shows viewers how to turn their leftovers into delicious meals. Whether you're a busy mom like Ree or just looking for some new meal ideas, this episode is sure to inspire you to get creative in the kitchen.