Ree Drummond started out as a home cook on a working ranch in Oklahoma.

The Pioneer Woman now has five(five!

)cookbooks, a Food internet show and even a gorgeous hotel in Pawhuska.

I Made the Pioneer Woman’s Mashed Potatoes, and They’re the Creamiest Ever

Ree has reached a level of domesticity that I could only aspire to.

Ive started tackling her recipes one by one and my family has loved the result.

Heres what I learned from the Pioneer Womanplus a handful of her recipes!

I Made the Pioneer Woman’s Mashed Potatoes, and They’re the Creamiest Ever

Lesson 1: Comfort Food is Always a Favorite

I do most of my cooking on Sundays.

I also love to make recipes on weekends that will heat up well during the week.

My toddler loves a good mac n cheese and Ree doesnt disappoint with her recipe.

I Made the Pioneer Woman’s Mashed Potatoes, and They’re the Creamiest Ever

(Find the recipe for Quick Shells and Cheese inThe Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime.)

Its somehow both easyanddelicious.

Its something can easily be prepped the night before and cooked in the morning.

I Made the Pioneer Woman’s Mashed Potatoes, and They’re the Creamiest Ever

Plus, one breakfast casserole can last my family for two meals.

Ree Drummond has created a scrumptious dish thats perfect for your family or a big get-together.

ThisLoaded Tater Tot Bakeis a close copycat for Rees own breakfast dish.

I Made the Pioneer Woman’s Mashed Potatoes, and They’re the Creamiest Ever

Looking for more variations?

Try thisPioneer Womans tater tot casserolerecipe.

I thought this week would be a GREAT opportunity to try out delicious new desserts.

I Made the Pioneer Woman’s Mashed Potatoes, and They’re the Creamiest Ever

you better bake Missys Blueberry and Lemon Cupcakes.

Cupcakes:

Frosting:

Lesson 4: This Is the Best Recipe of ALL!

Stop what youre doing and check out the Cowboy Chopped Salad.

We Made the Pioneer Woman’s First-Ever Recipe. How Does It Stack Up 15 Years Later?

Its different and oh-so-savory.

Seriously, the Pioneer Woman knew what she was doing with this one.

Bacon and Tortilla Strips:

BBQ Ranch Dressing:

Salad:

Rees recipes are delicious and simple.

We Made the Pioneer Woman’s First-Ever Recipe. How Does It Stack Up 15 Years Later?

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We Made The Pioneer Woman Taco Soup Recipe and It’s Mind-Blowingly Simple

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I Cooked Like the Pioneer Woman for a Week. Here’s What I Learned.

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Pioneer Woman Million Dollar Dip

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Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp

Pioneer Woman Mystery Rolls

Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Bars

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Overnight Salad

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Baked Beans

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Taste Of Home Cranberry Meatballs

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Easy Ziti Bake

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