Ree Drummond is cooking up her favorite one-pan crowd pleasers that friends and family will love. There's Easy Mexican Chicken and Rice that works for a party, plus a duo of perfect pastas: shortcut Sheet Pan Lasagna and a delicious mashup Sloppy Joe Mac and Cheese. Finally, Braised Short Ribs and Carrots are just the thing for a celebration. These ideas are great for the holidays -- or anytime!

Ree Drummond is in her kitchen sharing four of her favorite ways to start the day. First, she's preparing marvelous make-ahead and portable Tex-Mex Egg Muffins and stunning Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes that are perfect for a brunch party. Next, there's fabulous Breakfast Grits Bowls to ensure you rise and shine, and a quick Peach Breakfast Mug Cake is a delicious wake up call.