Ep 11. Meg's Getting Married

The Pioneer Woman season 23 episode 11, titled Meg's Getting Married, follows Ree Drummond as she prepares a delicious spread for her daughter Meg's wedding. With only a few days left before the big day, Ree and her family are busy finalizing all the details to make it a special occasion.

Ree starts her day by preparing a mouth-watering breakfast for her family. She whips up some classic buttermilk pancakes with crispy bacon on the side. As the family enjoys their breakfast, they discuss the wedding preparations, including the floral arrangements and the wedding cake.

After breakfast, Ree gets her kitchen ready for some serious cooking. She starts with a starter of goat cheese and herb stuffed mushrooms. Then, she prepares a main course of grilled ribeye steak with onion-blue cheese sauce and roasted vegetables. Ree is known for her love of butter, and she uses it generously in her cooking. She also uses fresh herbs grown in her garden, which adds a perfect touch of freshness to all of her dishes.

Next up is the wedding cake. Ree is determined to make this cake as special as possible for her daughter's big day. She decides to make a four-tiered cake with different flavors for each layer. She makes a classic vanilla cake with buttercream frosting, a chocolate cake with ganache filling, a lemon layer cake with raspberry filling, and a red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting. She also decorates the cakes with delicate floral designs which she learned from a professional cake decorator.

As the day wears on, the family continues to work together to finalize all the last-minute preparations for the wedding. Ree's husband, Ladd, and their sons work on setting up the outdoor ceremony and reception areas. They string lights and decorate the tables with flowers and candles, making sure everything is perfect for the big day.

As the sun sets, the family gathers around the table to enjoy the delicious meal Ree has prepared. They share stories and laugh at old memories, knowing that the next day Meg will be starting a new chapter in her life.

In the end, Meg's wedding day is a beautiful affair, with all of the preparations having come together seamlessly. It's evident that Ree's love and care for her family shines through in everything she does, especially when it comes to cooking and entertaining. The episode is a heart-warming reminder that the best memories are often created around the table shared with loved ones.