Ree Drummond is a potluck all-star. You can usually find her cooking for a crowd—and most of 'em have worked up a pretty impressive appetite!
18 Recipes the Pioneer Woman Would Bring to a Potluck
Updated on Jun. 04, 2024
Million Dollar Dip
This Pioneer Woman potluck recipe is worth every penny! The combination of cheddar, Swiss and blue cheese is the perfect combo of tang, sharpness and pungent perfection. Be sure to bring veg or pretzels for dipping. Don’t forget to check out this million-dollar deviled eggs and million-dollar spaghetti recipe.
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Apple Crisp
You can’t go wrong with Ree Drummond’s apple crisp. She uses tart Granny Smith apples plus sugar, flour, oats and cinnamon to make a simple but ridiculously delicious dessert to pass. This apple crisp is one of her favorite comfort foods, too.
2/18
Mystery Rolls
Ree got this secret family recipe from her mom. It calls for only three ingredients (a can of biscuits, blue cheese and butter) but will wow everyone around the table.
3/18
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bars
You’ll be making these dreamy pumpkin bars on repeat this fall. This recipe is made in an 8-by-8-inch pan but can be doubled to make a 13-by-9-inch dessert.
Looking for more? Here’s a Pioneer Woman cheese ball recipe loaded with cheddar, bacon and ranch.
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5/18
Spicy Casserole
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Ree loves a spicy casserole, so while she’d love this bake as it is, she probably couldn’t help but add some salsa or hot peppers to the mix.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 359 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 1007mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein.
Ree Drummond created her cowboy quiche recipe to upgrade a classic quiche.
6/18
Caramel Brownies
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to cook. My family can't possibly eat all the sweets I whip up, so my co-workers are more than happy to sample them—particularly these rich, chewy caramel brownies that are full of gooey caramel, chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts. —Clara Bakke, Coon Rapids, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 brownie: 325 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 170mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
7/18
Layered Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The layered salad is a staple at potlucks everywhere, and Ree takes a classic approach with her ingredients. She includes bacon, hard-boiled eggs and peas, to name a few. We think she’d like this make-ahead version.
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 206 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 250mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
8/18
Lemon Bars
Total Time
55 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This delightful lemon bar recipe is from my mother's file. I've been serving it for many years. They has a wonderful tangy flavor, and they're always a hit. The color and shape make them a nice addition to a platter of cookies. —Etta Soucy, Mesa, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 263 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 140mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
Here’s our expert guide on how to make lemon curd.
9/18
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This dish always gets rave reviews! Using rotisserie chicken makes it super easy to assemble and gives it an extra boost in flavor. Sometimes I like to add smoked paprika to the sauce and a little seasoned salt to the bread crumbs. —Mary Brehm, Cape Coral, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 489 calories, 29g fat (15g saturated fat), 156mg cholesterol, 899mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 41g protein.
10/18
Strawberry Oatmeal Bars
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A fruity filling and fluffy coconut topping truly make these strawberry oatmeal bars one of a kind. They really dress up my trays of Christmas goodies. —Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 150 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 86mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
11/18
Twice-Baked Potato Casserole
Total Time
2 hours
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamy, cheesy and loaded with bacon, this comforting casserole immediately makes guests feel at home. —Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 367 calories, 27g fat (16g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 458mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
12/18
Baked Beans
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
18 servings (3/4 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Baked beans are perfect for potlucks, and while Ree tends to use only pork and beans in hers, this version includes seven different types of beans, adding variety in color, texture and taste.
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 369 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 1126mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 9g fiber), 13g protein.
13/18
Grasshopper Pie
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Ree’s grasshopper pie is a popular recipe and one she undoubtedly loves herself. Here, cream cheese and whipped topping make a luscious base for the minty green filling. Your family is going to love this, whether or not you live on a ranch in Oklahoma. Want to try more recipes? Learn how to make a million-dollar pie.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 357 calories, 16g fat (11g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 151mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (38g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
Don’t forget to follow this Ree Drummond crispy pie crust hack to serve the perfect pie.
14/18
Southwest Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This dish is similar to Ree’s favorite Mexican rice casserole, but with olives, black beans and corn mixed in.
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 285 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 759mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 starch, 2 vegetable, 1 lean meat, 1 fat.
Learn how to make corn on the cob like the Pioneer Woman.
15/18
Saucy Meatballs
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The Pioneer Woman loves her meatballs, and one of her best recipes is dressed in a rich sauce made with tomato paste and beef broth. These meatballs get some extra sass from cranberries. Hungry for more? Try our favorite Pioneer woman’s brisket recipe.
Nutrition Facts:
1 meatball: 71 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
16/18
Lemony Potato Salad
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You can’t have a potluck without potato salad. This is a lighter version of the Pioneer Woman’s lemon basil potato salad, but all the bright flavors are still there!
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 165 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 155mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch.
17/18
Baked Ziti
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6-8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Baked ziti is always a crowd favorite. This bake is similar to Ree’s tried-and-true recipe with three kinds of cheese and plenty of beef.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 630 calories, 30g fat (15g saturated fat), 164mg cholesterol, 878mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 45g protein.
18/18
Chicken Taco Salad
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The whole Drummond family loves chicken taco salad, and this version gets it done with a slow cooker. Ree often uses the set-it-and-forget-it approach for her big-batch recipes, and we love it too.
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups lettuce with 3 ounces cooked chicken: 143 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 516mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable.
