Ep 10. Easy Italian
- October 29, 2022
- 21 min
In season 32, episode 10 of The Pioneer Woman, titled "Easy Italian," viewers are taken on a culinary journey through one of Ree Drummond's favorite types of cuisine - Italian. Ree starts the episode by making Spicy Sausage Carbonara, a flavorful take on a classic pasta dish. She shares her secret for getting the perfect texture on the pasta, and how to mix up the egg and cheese mixture so that it's creamy and delicious.
Next up, Ree prepares a simple recipe for Garlic Butter Shrimp. This dish is loaded with bold Italian flavors, and it comes together quickly and easily in just a few steps. Ree shows viewers how to peel and devein the shrimp, and how to make the garlic butter sauce that makes this dish so special.
After the shrimp, Ree moves on to a recipe for Tomato and Mozzarella Salad. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner. Ree shows viewers how to make a simple dressing using olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and how to layer the fresh tomato slices and mozzarella for a beautiful presentation.
For the main course, Ree prepares a hearty dish of Chicken Parmesan. This classic Italian dish is made with crispy breaded chicken cutlets, tomato sauce, and melty mozzarella cheese. Ree adds her own twist to the recipe by using panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch, and by making a quick homemade tomato sauce from scratch.
Finally, for dessert, Ree whips up a batch of Tiramisu. This elegant dessert is made with layers of ladyfingers, espresso, and a rich mascarpone cream. Ree shows viewers how to make the mascarpone cream from scratch, and how to assemble the layers for a beautiful presentation.
Throughout the episode, Ree shares tips and tricks for making these dishes at home, and she also shares stories from her life on the ranch. From her love of Italian food to her family's favorite meals, "Easy Italian" is a mouth-watering episode that viewers won't want to miss.