Ep 3. Party in the Fridge

In season 12 episode 3 of The Pioneer Woman, titled Party in the Fridge, Ree Drummond is throwing a big party and she's planning ahead by prepping a ton of party food and stocking the fridge with all the essentials. The focus of this episode is all about making entertaining stress-free, by prepping as much as possible in advance and using what you have on hand to create delicious dishes that your guests will love.

Ree starts off by making a big batch of her go-to meatballs in a tomato sauce, which she freezes so that they're ready to go anytime she needs them. She then moves onto her famous queso dip, which she puts in individual jars for easy serving, and then shows us how to prep a make-ahead veggie tray.

Next, Ree moves onto her main course, which is a build-your-own-sandwich board. She's got all the components ready to go in the fridge, from different kinds of bread to various meats and cheeses, and even homemade condiments like pickles and mustard. The beauty of this sandwich board is that guests can customize their sandwiches to their liking, and Ree doesn't have to spend time assembling them herself.

For dessert, Ree makes a simple yet stunning berry trifle, which she assembles in individual jars. She layers angel food cake, whipped cream, and fresh berries for a dessert that's both beautiful and delicious.

Throughout the episode, Ree shares lots of tips and tricks for prepping in advance and making entertaining stress-free. One of her biggest tips is to keep your fridge well-stocked with essentials like cheese, veggies, and dips so that you always have something to offer unexpected guests.

Overall, Party in the Fridge is a fun and informative episode that showcases Ree Drummond's entertaining prowess. Whether you're planning a big party or just want to be ready for impromptu get-togethers, the tips and recipes in this episode will help make your next gathering a success.