Ep 22. Burning 101
- TV-G
- May 28, 2016
- 21 min
The Pioneer Woman season 12 episode 22, titled "Burning 101," follows the host and chef, Ree Drummond, as she explores various grilling techniques and shares her favorite summer recipes. The episode starts with Ree inviting her friends to a backyard barbeque. She prepares all the dishes on her own grill and teaches her friends different ways of cooking chicken, such as using a dry rub or marinating it in a delicious homemade lemon-garlic marinade.
Next up, Ree moves on to her signature dish for the episode: grilled pizza. She shows how to make the perfect dough from scratch and shares various sauce and topping options. Along with the pizzas, Ree serves a refreshing watermelon salad and a frothy cream soda float. Throughout the episode, Ree explains the nuances of cooking over an open flame and shares tips on how to avoid common grilling mistakes.
One standout moment of the episode is when Ree introduces her viewers to an outdoor oven that she built herself. She shows off the versatility of the oven by roasting vegetables and baking cookies. Ree also takes the time to discuss the benefits of using a wood-burning oven for cooking and how it enhances the flavor of the food.
Throughout the episode, Ree emphasizes the importance of safety while grilling. She takes the time to discuss the proper way to handle a grill and the importance of keeping an eye on the flames. Ree also touches on the different types of wood chips you can use to add a smoky flavor to your food, and which ones pair well with different meats.
As the episode comes to a close, Ree invites her kids to help out with dessert. She teaches them how to make a classic s'mores dessert sandwich using homemade graham crackers and marshmallows toasted over the open flame. The perfect ending to a delicious grilling episode.
Overall, "Burning 101" is a fantastic episode for anyone looking to up their grilling game this summer. With delicious recipes, expert tips, and a touch of humor, Ree Drummond delivers another standout episode of The Pioneer Woman.
