Ep 21. Perfecting the Pantry

In the episode "Perfecting the Pantry" of season 9 of The Pioneer Woman, host Ree Drummond focuses on organizing her pantry and creating easy, delicious recipes using pantry staples. The episode begins with Ree discussing the importance of keeping a well-stocked pantry, with ingredients such as canned veggies, dried beans, pasta, and spices being essential for effortless cooking and meal planning.

To begin her pantry organizing journey, Ree starts by cleaning out her pantry and taking inventory of what she has and what she needs. She then shares some tips and tricks for organizing a pantry, such as using clear containers for storing ingredients and labeling everything to make it easy to find what you need. Ree also shares some of her favorite pantry organization tools, such as stackable can racks and various sizes of storage baskets.

Next, Ree shows viewers how to create simple and delicious meals using pantry staples. She demonstrates how to make a hearty minestrone soup using canned beans and vegetables, pasta, and canned tomatoes. Ree also shows how to make a mouth-watering pasta dish using pantry staples such as canned tuna, capers, and olive oil.

For dessert, Ree creates a decadent chocolate pudding using ingredients from her pantry such as cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and milk. She then shares a fun and interactive pantry game, where she challenges her family to come up with creative dishes using a list of pantry items. The family comes up with some inventive dishes, such as a pasta salad with canned corn and black beans, and a snack mix with various nuts and dried fruit.

Throughout the episode, Ree emphasizes the importance of having a well-organized and well-stocked pantry. By having the right ingredients on hand, it's easy to create delicious meals for your family without having to make an extra trip to the grocery store. Ree's tips and techniques for pantry organization and using pantry staples for easy meals make this episode a must-watch for anyone looking to simplify their meal planning and cooking.