Innholdsfortegnelse for Fall 2023 i Pioneer Woman

I can’t believe fall is already here! I hope you’re gearing up for burning leaves (wait… does anyone burn leaves anymore?), caramel apples (see page 72), sweater weather (lightweight for me, please, I get hot!) and trick-or-treating! (I might go this year, for old times’ sake.) I was just reflecting on how different the lead-up to this fall has been for me compared to past years. It’s the first empty-nest fall for Ladd and me, with Todd firmly planted at college in South Dakota, and the other kids established in their respective spots. It’s also the first fall in many, many years that I’m not gearing up to cheer on one (or more) of my boys at Pawhuska Huskies football games! I do have a heavy heart about this, and…

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1 Hang some eucalyptus. A few sprigs will work wonders: The steam from the shower releases their calming scent. Pick up a bundle at the market, place on a cutting board and roll over the leaves with a rolling pin to get the scent flowing. Then tie with twine and attach to your showerhead; it should last a couple of weeks. 2 Give yourself a scalp massage. Mid-shampoo, rub your scalp with a massager brush (or your fingertips) in small firm circles, suggests Amber Southern, Ree’s hairstylist. It clears away dry skin and feels great too. 3 Put on something happy. Sunflowers are one of Ree’s favorite flowers—they’re like sunshine on a stem. Wearing this bathrobe will make any morning or evening better! 4 Buy a cute bath mat. Give your bathroom…

Ladd says: “The rich butterscotch sauce is the best part of this apple crisp.” Ree says: “I love the pop of color that you get by adding raspberries!” Butterscotch-Cornf lake Apple Crisp Prep time: 30 min ★ Total time: 1½ hr ★ Serves: 4 to 6 CRISP 3 large crisp red apples (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into ¾-inch pieces⅓ cup granulated sugar2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice½ teaspoon ground cinnamon½ teaspoon kosher salt¾ cup all-purpose flour¼ cup packed light brown sugar1 stick salted butter, cubed, at room temperature1½ cups cornflakes BUTTERSCOTCH SAUCE 4 tablespoons salted butter½ cup packed dark brown sugar½ cup heavy cream1 teaspoon vanilla extractButter pecan ice cream, for serving 1 For the crisp: Preheat the oven to 375˚. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Toss…

Writer Barbara Brody As a health and wellness writer and editor, Barbara usually focuses on humans, but she learned all about dogs for the Q&A on page 94. “Digging into how dogs communicate with people as well as each other was fascinating,” she says. Barbara shares her home with her husband, daughter and two rescue rabbits. Feature Photographer Alison Gootee @alisongootee Alison has worked with The Pioneer Woman Magazine since the first issue in 2017, and she shot the fashion stories on cardigans and tooled leather (pages 18 and 21). “The cardigan shoot was so fun! Each of the five women on set came from a variety of backgrounds and experiences but we all shared advice about careers, social media practices and tragic hairstyles over a lunch of delicious Korean…

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These crepe paper flowers are way more sophisticated than the ones from grade school! Some artists spend 90 minutes or more making a single bloom. Place a bouquet on your nightstand to perk up your bedroom. Bonus: It won’t bother your allergies! PAPER Silk and polyester flowers have come a long way from the super-fake-looking blooms we bought decades ago. Today’s versions come in lush arrangements that look so real, you might forget they’re not! SILKY Surprise someone with felt flowers as a gift—it will be much more memorable than a fresh bouquet! Pro tip: Run a handheld vacuum over the petals and leaves once in a while to keep them looking fresh. FELT Dried flowers don’t have to be blah. The glorious saturated colors of the latest preserved bouquets…

It’s hard to believe that my very first cookbook came out 14 years ago! My kids were still little, my blog was still newish and no one had an Instant Pot or air fryer. Times were very different! Fast-forward to today: I’m now an empty nester, but I’m still just as obsessed with no-nonsense meals—and that’s the whole point of my new book, The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinner’s Ready! I can’t wait for you to see it. It’ll be out October 24, but in the meantime, let’s take a stroll down memory lane! I’ve always said that my first cookbook was my first love—aside from Marlboro Man of course. It’s filled with all the recipes I learned to make for Ladd after my vegetarianism came to an abrupt end! This…

Earlier this year, we gave The Merc a massive makeover. We’re talking new floors, new lighting, new tables, new chairs, new goods—the works. I’m obsessed with all of it—and I’m truly in love with the remodeled bakery upstairs. Just look at that pretty blue tile and those gorgeous neon butterflies! And the new treats in the bakery case are so good you just have to try them. Stop in sometime soon, or make a few at home. These recipes are coming to you straight from the best bakery in Pawhuska. Not that I’m biased! Olive Oil Cake Prep time: 25 min ★ Total time: 1½ hr (plus overnight refrigerating) ★ Serves: about 18 CAKE 1½ cups olive oil, plus more for brushing1½ cups granulated sugar1 teaspoon baking powder¾ teaspoon baking…

Texas might not be the first place that comes to mind when you picture wine country, but it’s one of the top wine-producing states in the nation and it’s home to beautiful vineyards. In the 1800s, Europeans who settled there planted grapevine cuttings that thrived: The area’s hot days and cool nights balance the grapes’ acidity, and all the sunshine helps create big tannins and bold flavors. The area around Fredericksburg in central Texas is the heart of wine country, home to 50 wineries that produce popular picks like viognier, syrah and sauvignon blanc. Ree’s daughter Alex and seven college friends visited a while back, and Alex declared, “It’s the perfect place for a girls’ weekend!” Check out some of the best spots. Texas Wine Country Heath Sparkling Wines This…

Now that the boys are back in school, how have you and Ladd adjusted to cooking for just the two of you? —Mary Ayala, Manteca, CA It’s been quite an adjustment! Without the structure of the boys coming in and out all the time, Ladd and I often find ourselves eating a big breakfast or lunch together, then having a much lighter dinner. I will say that our grocery bill has never been lower—the quantity of food in the fridge has drastically decreased! What is a comfort food that fits in with a healthy lifestyle? —Jennifer Bretches, Kyle, TX I love a classic tomato soup. I broil fresh cherry tomatoes with a little tomato paste, blend it and add vegetable broth and a splash of cream (or Greek yogurt). It’s…

If you visit Drummond Ranch, there’s a good chance you’ll spot cowboys, and their horses, sporting hand-tooled leather in different forms: on belts, saddles and other gear. The term “tooled” refers to the process of carving—or tooling—a design into the material. Much like cattle brands, the patterns and motifs have helped cowboys keep track of common gear and put their personal stamp on saddlery since the American West was settled. In the 1960s, legendary Wyoming artisan Don King popularized the Sheridan design of swirled roses and vines—he even made a saddle for Queen Elizabeth! Hand-tooled leather boots, jackets, purses and luggage soon became popular. Today, shoppers are snapping up vintage accessories along with new handmade pieces like some of these. Take a look and add something to your wardrobe this…

Rustic Charm Get the look of this amazing setup, photographed in New York’s Finger Lakes region, with a stone firepit, red, white and blue accessories and the cutest little woodsy stool. Earthy Chic If you like laid-back vibes, steal the look of this Northern California backyard and go for neutrals and flowery patterns. Solar lanterns dangling from tree branches add to the allure. Modern Classic Black-and-white pieces never go out of style, and this Spokane deck is a case in point. Keep things interesting by mixing mod accessories with cozy ones like a buffalo check throw.…

How did bassets get to be so emotionally manipulative? These dogs have me wrapped around their little paws. Bassets aren’t the only ones who know how to play their humans. Dogs recognize when a behavior gets positive attention, like when they stare at you with their soulful eyes or nuzzle you and they get a head scratch or a cheerful “good boy,” says Ellen Lindell, a veterinarian in Asheville, NC. The feedback motivates them to keep up with the cuteness. You’d think that ranch dogs would get tired of grass—why are they always snacking on it? You know how people rifle through the snack cabinet when they’re bored? Chances are the dogs are doing the same when they graze on grass—hunger or thirst likely has nothing to do with it,…

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