Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000

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Christopher Johnson

Being featured in Taste of Home would be great for my portfolio, $25,000 would help me build a start up for an at home business.

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Who or what inspires you to cook?

At first I was inspired by Emeril Lagasse watching his show at a young age. Watching Emeril Live helped me realize that cooking for a living is a possibility. I am also inspired by my family. As a kid we always had a large garden and went hunting and fishing. The fresh produce from the garden, fresh fish, and game meat are always an inspiration.

What's your all time favorite dish to make?

I enjoy making confort food at home. Fresh pasta and bolognese sauce are my go to at home meals. I really enjoy making Italian food for its simplicity and clean bright flavors.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would take the winnings and build an at home business creating pop up dinners and personal wine dinners. I love cooking for people in an at home environment, it makes it a more personal meal and experience.

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