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But despite her passionate fan base, Drummond does have her critics.
Among them are folksskeptical about her sweet-country-gal personathat seems at odds with her million-dollar lifestyle.
It’s an autobiography with far too many photos."
It’s not that her recipes aren’t good (most are) or easy (ditto).
But there are times when you look at her creations and wonder:Is someone pulling my leg here?
Or to suggest smothering corn in an ocean of butter and cream forSkillet Corn Casserole?
Drummond even resorts to the tired deconstructed-recipe-gift idea with herBerry-Nut Pancake Mixconcoction.
Then there’s her belief that no kitchen should be withoutVelveeta.
She uses it for everything from her variousqueso dip recipesto her7-Can Soup.
(Ever seenwhat’s in Velveeta?
It’s not exactly what you’d call a “farm-fresh” product.)
Some of Drummond’s recipes are more about gimmicky hacks than unique flavors.
(So why do you need a$31 Pioneer Woman measuring cup set?)
But perhaps the biggest fib is that all the Pioneer Woman recipes come from Drummond herself.
A look at the assortment on herwebsitereveals that many of the dishes are contributed by fellow food bloggers.
Ree Drummond is an unquestionably appealing celeb who helps bring the prairie lifestyle to our kitchens.
Just remember that illusion is a big part of the personalities you see on TV.
