Series synopsis
The Pioneer, also known as El Pionero is a Spanish documentary talk television series that premiered on HBO Europe on July 7, 2019. It ended on July 28, 2019. It was created by Enric Bach. It stars Paulo Futre, Enrique Cerezo and Carlos Castresana.
Ree Drummond, a city gal-turned-rancher's wife, creates down-home dishes on her picturesque Oklahoma ranch. Take one sassy former city girl, her hunky rancher husband and a band of adorable kids, an extended family, cowboys, 3000 wild mustangs, a herd of cattle, and one placid basset hound and you have The Pioneer Woman. The Pioneer Woman is an open invitation into Ree Drummond's life: The award-winning blogger and best-selling cookbook author comes to Food Network and shares her special brand ...
Premise
Ree Drummond, a city gal-turned-rancher's wife, creates down-home dishes on her picturesque Oklahoma ranch. Take one sassy former city girl, her hunky rancher husband and a band of adorable kids, an extended family, cowboys, 3000 wild mustangs, a herd of cattle, and one placid basset hound and you have The Pioneer Woman. The Pioneer Woman is an open invitation into Ree Drummond's life: The award-winning blogger and best-selling cookbook author comes to Food Network and shares her special brand of home cooking, from throw-together suppers to elegant celebrations. The series, set against the incredible story of life at home on the range, is the next best thing to actually sitting on a stool in Ree's kitchen.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Paulo Futre
- Enrique Cerezo as Enrique Cerezo
- Carlos Castresana
Episodes
This series spans 20 seasons with 297 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 56 | December 6, 2014 | October 7, 2022 |
| Season 1 | 4 | July 7, 2019 | July 28, 2019 |
| Season 2 | 13 | January 14, 2012 | April 7, 2012 |
| Season 3 | 14 | August 4, 2012 | June 29, 2013 |
| Season 4 | 15 | November 17, 2012 | April 20, 2013 |
| Season 5 | 13 | June 1, 2013 | August 24, 2013 |
| Season 6 | 13 | September 21, 2013 | November 16, 2013 |
| Season 7 | 13 | February 8, 2014 | July 7, 2014 |
| Season 8 | 13 | July 5, 2014 | October 18, 2014 |
| Season 9 | 13 | October 25, 2014 | February 21, 2015 |
| Season 10 | 13 | March 21, 2015 | July 19, 2015 |
| Season 11 | 13 | August 1, 2015 | November 14, 2015 |
| Season 12 | 13 | November 7, 2015 | March 12, 2016 |
| Season 13 | 13 | March 19, 2016 | July 9, 2016 |
| Season 14 | 13 | July 16, 2016 | November 12, 2016 |
| Season 15 | 13 | November 26, 2016 | March 11, 2017 |
| Season 16 | 13 | April 15, 2017 | September 23, 2017 |
| Season 17 | 13 | September 30, 2017 | January 13, 2018 |
| Season 18 | 13 | December 23, 2017 | May 12, 2018 |
| Season 19 | 13 | May 26, 2018 | September 8, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 2 |
Cowboy Christmas To celebrate the holidays, the Drummonds are throwing a big frontier-style dinner and dance party for the local ranchers, cowboys and their families. The potluck dinner is complete with gifts, roping contests, a live band and a glorious Christmas tree. The menu is a fabulous seasonal spread, starring Sirloin Christmas Kebobs With Bell Peppers, Christmas Ham, Creamy Rosemary Potatoes and Cowboy Santa Cookies with salads and desserts courtesy of the guests. It's friends a family putting the cowboy in Christmas. |
December 6, 2014 |
| 3 |
Pioneer Woman's Ultimate Thanksgiving It's a three-day countdown to the ultimate frontier-style Thanksgiving dinner, with Ree Drummond's delicious ideas for the perfect make-ahead family feast. Two days out, Ree starts on her Maple Whiskey Turkey, and stunning sides of Very Berry Cranberry Sauce, Parker House Rolls, Mashed Potatoes with Shallots, and Herbed Cornbread for Southern Dressing. On Thanksgiving Eve, Ree continues her foolproof prep plan by making her Beautiful Brussels Sprouts and Pumpkin Gingersnap Cheesecake with Salted Caramel Sauce. As Thanksgiving dawns, she roasts the turkey, makes the Maple Whiskey Gravy, and kicks back with family. |
November 16, 2015 |
| 4 |
16-Minute Meals: Family Favorites It's family favorite 16-minute meals all the way. There's Chicken Mozzarella Pasta for a quick dinner, a snappy Cowboy Chopped Salad, then fast and fabulous French Bread Pizzas with six different toppings. Finally, there's a Beef with Snow Peas stir-fry -- a delicious whirlwind meal for her and the girls. |
March 18, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | July 7, 2019 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | July 14, 2019 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | July 21, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Ranching in the Mist Ree plans the night before for a cowboys and cowgirls lunch at the lodge after a big morning working calves on the ranch. The next day, everyone's up at first light and when they head out to the range, Ree slams pop pulled pork in the oven to slow cook and fits in some photography for her blog. With time to spare Ree heads back to the lodge to finish making a well earned lunch for the entire crew of hungry cowboys, kids and family. |
January 14, 2012 |
| 2 |
All Stocked Up Ree hasn't been to the store in weeks and she's still got another day to go before she can hit town. Over the next 24 hours she dips into her trusty staples to whip up some fabulous food from what she can find in her pantry and freezer. There's mom daughter dinner, breakfast for the kids and lunch for the whole family. |
January 21, 2012 |
| 3 |
The Big Game Ladd's two best college friends Tony and Bill are heading out from the city to the ranch for the weekend to watch their alma mater play their archrival in the big Arizona vs. ASU game. While Ladd dishes out some city slickers type ranch experiences Ree cooks up a watch party feast of incredible game day goodies with snacks and treats that are sure to score a touchdown. |
January 28, 2012 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Burnin' Down the Barn With two barns to burn down and hungry workers to feed, Ree's getting them all fired up with delicious Good Morning Muffins for breakfast. There's a real ranch favorite for lunch, Chicken Spaghetti with Apple, Pecan and Blue Cheese Salad. |
August 4, 2012 |
| 2 |
All Work and Some Play A rancher's work is never done, especially when there's fence to fix, and today the crew needs some serious sustenance. Ree fixes them Homemade Glazed Doughnuts and later she delivers a rib-sticking lunch of Ranch Chicken Sandwiches to the workers. After the day of hard work, the family enjoys a well-deserved evening of fun and fishing at the pond, where Ree serves up the perfect refreshment: Raspberry Lemonade. |
August 11, 2012 |
| 3 |
Paige and Friends Ree holds a slumber party for Paige and her four very best friends. They kick off their day of fun with Cinnamon Baked French Toast before they go horse riding on the ranch. Ree delivers them a picnic by the creek with Prairie Sushi and Kid Friendly Pasta Salad. Then there's some soccer to play and a seriously fun treat up at the lodge, decorating Hand Cookies, the perfect end to their day of prairie adventures. |
August 18, 2012 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Thanksgiving Ree Drummond is sharing all her great recipes, tips and secrest to pulling off the complete Thanksgiving feast! On the menu, Ree's Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey brined overnight in My Favorite Turkey Brine, complete with all the sides and trimmings to die for; homemade Cornbread Dressing With Sausage and Apples, Sweet Roasted Rosemary Acorn Squash Wedges, Cranberry Sauce, and Green Beans and Tomatoes. |
November 17, 2012 |
| 2 |
Christmas Is Coming Everyone's invited to the ranch for three fabulous seasonal snapshots as the Drummonds count down to Christmas. Ree's whipping up cozy and casual Rigatoni and Meatballs to eat while they trim the tree, then delicious munchies $#151; her mom's Holiday Bacon Appetizers — so she's stocked up for whoever drops by the ranch over the festive season. Then it's a magical Christmas Eve and time to bake Santa's treats. He's asked for chocolate this year when he comes down the chimney, so he's getting incredible Chocolate Mint Brownie Bites. Christmas is coming on the ranch and everyone's in the festive spirit. |
December 8, 2012 |
| 3 |
Ranch Games The family that plays together stays together. Ree, Ladd and the extended family get together for some good ol' friendly ranch style sporting competition. |
January 26, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Old Friends, New Friends Ree's throwing a welcome-home dinner for friends moving back to her town. There's Peppercorn Roasted Beef Tenderloin with fabulous Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes and the two ingredient wonder dubbed "The Bread." For dessert, a show-stopping four layer Chocolate Strawberry Cake. |
June 1, 2013 |
| 2 |
Pickup Picnic Ree's spreading out a pickup picnic for the family and cowboys working on a bunch of spring calves. The hearty tailgate has Spicy Roasted Chicken Legs, the classic Cowboy Bacon Beans, Deviled Eggs and Mocha Brownies with a thick, delicious frosting for dessert. |
June 8, 2013 |
| 3 |
Feeding Cows, Feeding Cowboys Calves, cowboys and kids are all getting fed today at the ranch. For breakfast, French Breakfast Puffs, which Ree prepares the night before. For lunch it's stick-to-your-ribs Drippy French Dip Sandwiches and for dessert, Baked Fudge. |
June 15, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Cowboy and Cowgirl Lunch Cowboy Josh is taking Alex on as his ranch apprentice, and they're going to be ready for a stick to your ribs lunch. So Ree is fixing Supreme Pizza Burgers, a fabulous Quick Italian Salad, and frozen Fruit Pops. As a thank you to Josh, she's making his favorite chocolate dessert -- French Silk Pie to take home. |
September 21, 2013 |
| 2 |
Cedars The guys are out cutting down cedar trees and having a stone skimming masterclass with Ladd down at the creek so Ree's rustling up a casual lunch of delicious Rigatoni With Chicken Thighs, a fun Salad Bar Salad With Creamy Italian Dressing, Garlic Cheese Breadsticks and irresistible Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies. |
September 28, 2013 |
| 3 |
Moving Cattle It's a busy day on the ranch with the whole Drummond gang moving cattle and Ree's whipping up a rib-sticking lunch. There's refreshing Lemon Limeade, his and hers pizzas: a meaty Basic Pepperoni with homemade Pizza Sauce and delicious Four Cheese Pizza with a great chopped Basil Tomato Salad. For dessert, Ice Cream Pie With Easy Caramel Sauce. It's the perfect casual meal for a hungry crew. |
October 5, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Us and Them It's a tale of two dinners at the Drummond Ranch — one for the kids and one for the grownups. The kids are tucking into Baked Ziti, while Ree makes Rib-Eye Steaks With Cowboy Butter, Baked Potatoes with all the fixin's and Cheddar Bacon Wedge Salad for the adults. It's all followed by gooey and decadent Molten Chocolate Cakes and of course, some ranch pranks! |
February 8, 2014 |
| 2 |
Shakespeare Movie Night Ree's hosting a movie night for her daughter's classmates and preparing a Roman-inspired menu to accompany Shakespeare's Julius Caesar. Steaming pans of Supreme Pizza Lasagna, crisp Julius Caesar Salad and Neapolitan Ice Cream comprise the perfect feast before a tale of Roman intrigue and assassination. |
February 15, 2014 |
| 3 |
Lighten Up Ree is home alone in the snow — a perfect opportunity to eat lighter and pack in some exercise. For a pre-hike dinner, she's making a delicious Low Carb Lettuce Burger. To kick-start the next day, it's a Carb Buster Breakfast, complete with poached eggs, followed by a Butternut Squash and Kale Stir-Fry lunch, all rounded off with a fabulous Orange Resolution Smoothie. |
February 22, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
16 Minute Meals: All Day Long Ree shows recipes that are quick to make. On the menu is French toast with maple cream, grilled chicken and strawberry wraps and Philly cheesesteaks. |
July 5, 2014 |
| 2 |
Takeout at Home Ree cooks up a Chinese-inspired menu for the girls. She makes delicious cream cheese wontons, sticky orange chicken, beef with broccoli and stir-fried chow mein. |
July 12, 2014 |
| 3 |
Engagement Dinner Ree throws an engagement party for a friend. On the menu are Brie-stuffed mushrooms, bacon-wrapped shrimp with chilli butter plus prime rib and Horseradish. |
July 19, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Tasty Treats to Go Ree cooks her favourite tasty treats for the people she loves. She shares her pumpkin cinnamon rolls, sticky sweet baklava, chocolate shortbread and strawberries. |
October 25, 2014 |
| 2 |
Herbalicious Ree whips up recipes made using her homegrown herbs. She makes lemon and rosemary scones, French onion soup with fresh thyme and minty raita for salted naan wedges. |
November 1, 2014 |
| 3 |
Perfect Pies It is pie day on the ranch, so Ree bakes up a sweet pie storm. She starts with a crowd-pleasing caramel apple pie, frozen grasshopper pie and a strawberry pretzel pie. |
November 8, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Speedy Sweets Ree Drummond is sharing four delicious desserts that can be cooked quickly and easily. She makes great white chocolate pudding and raspberry fool plus more! |
March 21, 2015 |
| 2 |
Easter Weekend Ree celebrates Easter on the ranch. She bakes and takes hot cross buns to her friends, then she makes tortellini primavera and a tasty spinach dip for her basket of crudités. |
March 28, 2015 |
| 3 |
Freezer Fundamentals While everyone is working, Ree fills the freezer with family favourites. She makes all-purpose meatballs, grilled chicken and a big batch of arrabbiata sauce. |
April 4, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Stanton and Paige Ree Drummond whips up an Asian-inspired feast for her daughter Paige's sleepover. Plus, she makes homemade granola and strawberry pancakes for breakfast. |
August 1, 2015 |
| 2 |
Graduation Party Ree and her friend throw a graduation party for their daughters. They have a steak and shrimp taco bar and Ree makes tasty treats for the chocolate fountain. |
August 8, 2015 |
| 3 |
Fired Up Ree whips up a Tex-Mex feast for her crew. She makes chicken tortilla casserole with enchilada sauce and Mexican fruit cocktail - perfect crowd-pleasing dishes. |
August 15, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Dorm Room Dining Ree shares some simple tips for minimal prep food made with basic tools. She makes pizzas, paninis and quesadillas on a waffle maker and salad in a bag. |
November 7, 2015 |
| 2 |
Party in the Fridge Ree whips up the perfect party food. She makes chicken satay with peanut sauce, spinach and artichoke dip with salted pita and she prepares a stylish platter. |
November 28, 2015 |
| 3 |
Christmas Goodies With just a few days to go before Christmas, Ree makes festive goodies for gifts. She bakes cherry cookies and Christmas cake cookies and cayenne cheese straws. |
December 5, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Oh, Baby There's a new baby on the ranch, so Ree Drummond is taking a trip down memory lane and preparing a new mom-care package full of dishes she was given and plenty of pampering goodies. She includes her friend Beth's Brisket, as well as Funeral Potatoes, where the name is part of the charm! Plus, Angel Food Cake with Buttercream Frosting, Fruit Salad with Spiced Honey and Thyme and Sweet Almond Crackers. |
March 19, 2016 |
| 2 |
A Tale of Four Lunches Ree Drummond's whipping up four legendary lunches from crowd-pleasers to solo pleasures. From spicy Chuck burgers piled high with crispy onion rings, named after her father-in-law and delivered to him out on the ranch, plus a mother-daughter collaboration of Sesame Tofu salad. Then, she makes a hearty pan of Hot Hawaiian Beef Sandwiches for the hungry kids and cowboys and, finally, Mango Chili Chicken just for her. |
April 9, 2016 |
| 3 |
FAQ Ree hosts a viewer Q and A session discussing slow cooker Mexican soup, Killer Kale Salad, her Mum's White Sandwich Bread and blue cheese and chive butter spread |
April 16, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Afternoon Tea Ree and her daughter reminisce over afternoon tea. On the menu are divine mini ham and leek quiches, finger sandwiches and delightful lemon raspberry tarts. |
July 16, 2016 |
| 2 |
Boxing Boys It's boxing night, so Ree Drummond's running her sons to town for practice. She bakes them fruity Granola Chocolate Chip Cookies and prepares a knockout dinner of champions for when they get home: Italian Sloppy Joes with delicious Garlic Toast. Then, she also drops off a fabulous Lemon Meringue Pie with her father-in-law. |
August 6, 2016 |
| 3 |
Merc Deliveries Ree cooks for the construction workers who are finishing her store and deli. She makes spicy fried chicken sandwiches with slaw and a salmon and veggie grain bowl. |
August 13, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Eleventh Hour Ree Drummond throws a cocktail bash for the crew helping to open her store in town. She makes a delicious line up of make-ahead portable canapes and sweet treats. |
November 26, 2016 |
| 2 |
Christmas Unwrapped Ree Drummond shares a trio of new Christmas bites. Dishes include: Grilled Chicken Skewers, Fig and Goat Cheese Bruschetta, and Cheesy Mini Peppers. |
December 3, 2016 |
| 3 |
Never Enough Puff Ree Drummond shares her top five puff pastry recipes. She makes delicious cheese straws, sausage and Parmesan palmiers, individual beef pot pies and pizza. |
December 10, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
All in One Ree wants to make cooking simple and quick. She shares one-pot recipes like the lemon, basil and shrimp risotto, mouth-watering ramen pho and Greek salad in a jar. |
April 15, 2017 |
| 2 |
All in a Morning's Work Ree fixes up a hearty lunch for the hardworking crew. She makes chunky beef chilli, unbelievably cheesy quesadillas and individual caramel cakes for dessert. |
April 22, 2017 |
| 3 |
Just For Kicks Ree is adding lots of flavour to her family's favourite spicy dishes. She makes her daughter's favourite kung pao chicken, and her spicy Sriracha popcorn is a winner. |
April 29, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Grilling to Go Ree Drummond grills a big tailgate lunch after a busy day on the ranch. On the menu is cheesy steak burgers, spicy street corn and salt and pepper drumsticks. |
September 30, 2017 |
| 2 |
Hay There! The family are working hard hauling hay in the heat, so Ree makes them a refreshing strawberry, cherry lemonade. Plus, she uses her slow cooker to make hearty lasagne. |
October 7, 2017 |
| 3 |
Care Package 101 Ree shares her top tips for putting a care package together for her child at college. She bakes a tempting lemon and raspberry cake, and some healthier snacks. |
October 14, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
How The Cookie Crumbles It's cookie day so Ree bakes and decorates a selection of treats. She upgrades classic recipes like chocolate chip cookies with bacon and caramel corn. |
December 23, 2017 |
| 2 |
Waste Not, Want Not Ree wants to use the scraps from her kitchen. She makes several frugal, but delicious dishes. Her overnight chicken broth and roasted potato peels are heavenly. |
January 20, 2018 |
| 3 |
Big Game, Big Food! Ree creates a massive menu for the big game. She kicks things off with burgers, a stacked sandwich with mac and cheese layers and then monster meatballs. |
January 27, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Things to Bring: BBQ Ree Drummond is upping her potluck game with four fabulous portable ideas for barbecue season. Her 8-Layer Dip takes snacking to the next level with its grown-up flavors. Then there's an awesome salad duo -- BBQ Potato Salad that turns a classic into a buffet must-have and Blueberry Cornbread Panzanella that's certain to be the star of any spread. Ree has desserts covered, too, with a refreshing Lemon Icebox Pie that's a sweet ending for any get-together. |
May 26, 2018 |
| 2 |
Chicken Four Ways Ree Drummond is sharing four recipes for chicken that are ranch favorites. First, the versatile protein is roasted in White Chicken Enchiladas, a Tex-Mex classic perfect for stocking up the freezer. Second, her Crispy Chicken Florentine Melt is a pure treasure from a fridge raid. Third, Ree puts chicken thighs in the spotlight in her all-in-one Italian Chicken Sheet Pan Supper, and finally, she makes a meal kit with marinated chicken and noodles transformed in minutes for her Teriyaki Chicken with Sesame Noodles. |
June 2, 2018 |
| 3 |
Feeding Now, Feeding Later While Ladd's feeding cattle and wild horses, Ree Drummond is getting a jump on the day by making Spicy Stewed Beef, Pimento Cheese and Bacon Grits and a hearty side of Roasted Broccoli Salad with Sour Cream and Parsley Dressing. With dinner in the fridge, she's preparing for a future breakfast with a Mason Jar Pancake Mix perfect for knocking out a great meal any time or if a passing rancher drops by. |
June 16, 2018 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | HBO Europe |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 7, 2019 |
| Last aired | July 28, 2019 |
| Runtime | 55 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 10:00:00 |