It's A Southern Invasion At Food Network This Summer With Trio Of Daytime Season Premieres

NEW YORK, April 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Food Network serves up a sweet Southern summer with season premieres of daytime favorites Trisha's Southern Kitchen, Home for Dinner with Jamie Deen and The Pioneer Woman. Kicking off the daytime premiere trio, Trisha Yearwood returns on Saturday, May 25^th at 10:30am  ET/PT with delicious recipes served with a side of singing, and the following day Sunday, May 26^th at 10am ET/PT, Jamie Deen is back in the kitchen serving up delicious meals for his family. Ree Drummond returns on Saturday, June 1^st at 10am ET/PT as she serves up a slice of frontier life for family friends who are returning back to her small town.

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Throughout this season of Trisha's Southern Kitchen, Trisha Yearwood cooks and sings her way through the kitchen with her friends and family sharing her cherished, traditional recipes along the way. This season, Trisha not only highlights her culinary prowess, but she also showcases her extraordinary talent outside the kitchen – her voice. From girls' nights out and graduation picnics, to ladies' nights in and class reunions, Trisha serves up Southern treats and entertainment for any occasion.

It's all about family and sharing recipes on Home for Dinner with Jamie Deen. Joined by his wife and kids, Jamie Deen gets down to business on what it means to have quality time shared over meals. With special guests Bobby Deen and Paula Deen throughout the season, Jamie puts his own spin on recipes that keep his family happy. Whether it's a backyard barbecue or a kids' playdate picnic, Jamie has the tips and recipes to create a perfect menu.

Ree Drummond is back on the ranch, and this season she is serving up a heaping of her favorite dishes for cowboys and cowgirls alike. From tailgate picnics and welcome home parties to a Fourth of July shindig and a special celebration of Ree's favorites, The Pioneer Woman takes viewers alongside her life on the ranch for a deliciously satisfying journey of food, family and fun!

For more great summer entertaining and grilling recipes from Trisha, Ree and Jamie, check out Grilling Central at FoodNetwork.com/grilling beginning May 13^th. Grilling Central is the go-to destination for top burgers, real-deal barbecue and a whole summer's worth of cool-off sides. Plus, celebrate big this year with lots of great entertaining tips, party-planning ideas and easy menus.

Trisha's Southern Kitchen is produced by Ellen Rakieten Productions, Home for Dinner with Jamie Deen is produced by Follow Productions and The Pioneer Woman is produced by Pacific.

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