Ep 22. Oh Boy

Ree Drummond, also known as The Pioneer Woman, is back with another mouth-watering episode of her popular cooking show. In season 23, episode 22, titled Oh Boy, Ree is serving up her signature comfort food with a twist.

The episode starts with Ree making one of her family's favorite dishes - meatloaf. But instead of the traditional beef meatloaf, she's using ground turkey for a healthier spin. She mixes in onions, garlic, breadcrumbs, and eggs, and seasons it with Worcestershire sauce and ketchup before shaping it into a loaf and baking it in the oven. Along with the meatloaf, she makes a tangy glaze with brown sugar, ketchup, and apple cider vinegar. Once the meatloaf is done, she pours the glaze over it and bakes it for a few more minutes until it's golden brown. She serves it with a side of creamy mashed sweet potatoes and steamed green beans.

Next up, Ree is making a Tex-Mex inspired dish with a twist - a cheesy baked potato casserole. She starts by baking russet potatoes in the oven until they're tender, then cuts them into bite-sized pieces. In a skillet, she cooks ground beef with onion, garlic, and chili powder until browned, then adds in canned tomatoes, corn, and black beans. She simmers it all together until it's heated through, then combines the beef mixture with the potatoes in a casserole dish. On top, she adds a layer of shredded cheddar cheese and bakes it until the cheese is melted and bubbly. She garnishes the casserole with chopped cilantro and serves it with sour cream and hot sauce.

For dessert, Ree is making a classic cake with a twist - a chocolate caramel poke cake. She starts with a chocolate cake mix, then adds in some extra ingredients like sour cream and instant coffee granules to give it an extra boost of flavor. Once the cake is baked and cooled, she pokes holes all over it with a fork and pours a homemade caramel sauce over it. The cake soaks up the sauce and becomes incredibly moist and decadent. To finish it off, she tops it with whipped cream and more caramel sauce.

Throughout the episode, Ree shares tips and tricks for making each recipe, as well as stories about her life on the ranch and her family. We get a glimpse into her charming personality and lifestyle, as she shares her love of cooking and entertaining with the audience. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, The Pioneer Woman is sure to inspire you with her delicious and approachable recipes. And with Oh Boy, she proves once again that comfort food can be healthy, fun, and endlessly satisfying.