The Pioneer Woman’s 10 Most Popular Recipes in the Month of July
See which of Ree’s recipes everyone clicked on, cooked, and loved this month.
July is made for cooking. It’s the month of backyard barbecues, 4th of July celebrations (including the Drummonds’ own star-spangled bash in Pawhuska), and long summer days spent soaking up the sun. It’s also the perfect time for grilled favorites, easy sides, and plenty of sweet treats to share with family and friends.
But these 10 recipes weren’t just summertime standbys; they’re the dishes you, our readers, came back to again and again this July. From tried-and-true classics that deserve a spot in your recipe box (like macaroni salad, chocolate sheet cake, and macaroni and cheese) to fresh, seasonal desserts that make the most of summer’s best flavors (hello, No-Bake Peaches and Cream Pie and Red, White, and Blue Trifle), this list has something for every kind of cook. And yes, there’s even something for the meat lovers in your life—just ask Ladd, who would happily make room for a platter of Oven-Baked BBQ Ribs.
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Cowboy Caviar
It’s hard to beat a bowl of fresh salsa, but this Texas-inspired recipe takes things to the next level. Packed with fresh flavor, it’s a colorful dip that’s just as good with tortilla chips as it is spooned over grilled chicken or tacos. Better yet, it comes together in 15 minutes flat.
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Easy-Peel Hard-Boiled Eggs
Whether you’re snacking on them straight from the fridge, whipping up a batch of deviled eggs, or slicing them over your favorite summer salad, making hard-boiled eggs is an essential kitchen skill. Ree’s easy method walks you through the basics, with helpful tips for peeling, timing, and avoiding common issues like gray-green yolks.
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Pea Salad
For Ree, this classic pea salad is a taste of childhood. It reminds her of the Sunday buffet brunches where she'd pile her plate high with all her favorites, including this creamy mix of sweet peas, cheddar cheese, and red onion. There's plenty of crispy bacon folded in for good measure, too!
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No-Bake Peaches and Cream Pie
Sometimes, summer is just too darn hot to even think about turning on the oven. Ree knows that feeling well after years of Oklahoma heat, but she also knows there’s always room for a sweet treat. This no-bake pie uses just five ingredients and chills overnight for a dessert that’s perfect for warm-weather days.
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Caprese Salad
“I love Caprese salad so much, it actually hurts,” says Ree. “I love it as a main dish salad, I love it as a side dish with beef, I love it as an appetizer before a meal, I love it as a mid-afternoon snack.” It's easy to see why. With just four fresh ingredients—tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and balsamic vinegar—this classic summer salad is best enjoyed as soon as it's assembled.
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Macaroni and Cheese
Mac and cheese is welcome on the table any time of year, but it's especially at home alongside burgers, barbecue, and all your favorite cookout fare. Ree's recipe is the one she grew up on: "No shortcuts, no fuss—just the kind of comfort food that shows up and does its job every single time," she says. Her version also includes one unexpected ingredient that adds just the right touch of tang to every creamy, cheesy bite.
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Oven Baked BBQ Ribs
It's no surprise a barbecue recipe made the list—it's July, after all. As Ree says, "There's nothing quite like a platter of sticky, saucy ribs to make everybody gather around the table fast." These St. Louis-style ribs are baked low and slow until they're nice and tender, then finished under the broiler for caramelized, crispy edges.
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Macaroni Salad
Ree is pretty particular when it comes to macaroni salad, so you know her version has to be a good one. It's creamy without feeling heavy, flavorful without going overboard on the vinegar, and packed with crunchy mix-ins that add just the right amount of texture. This classic side dish is one you'll want to keep coming back to all summer long, from backyard barbecues to family picnics.
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The Best Chocolate Sheet Cake Ever
Some of the best recipes come from happy accidents—and this chocolate sheet cake is proof! This rich, chocolaty dessert that has become a Drummond family favorite. It’s the kind of cake that makes every celebration—from birthdays to graduations and everything in between—feel a little sweeter.
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Red, White, and Blue Trifle
A red, white, and blue dessert belongs on a July list—especially when the Fourth of July is one of Ree’s favorite holidays. But don’t save this trifle just for America’s birthday! Layers of buttery pound cake, fresh berries, and sweet cream cheese filling make it a treat you’ll want to bring out all summer long (and maybe even beyond).
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