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

Quarter-Finalist

Dawn Avery

I learned from my dad who was a fireman and would cook for the team. Perfecting the craft of home cooked delicious food for loved ones.

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in the Quarter-Finals

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Who or what inspires you to cook?

Simple LOVE, watching those I love enjoy the food I prepared for them is the best feeling.

What's your all time favorite dish to make?

Chicken and broccoli Alfredo. It was a dish I made for my dad. The rich cream and cheese, with well seasoned chicken breast.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would update my kitchen, allowing me to make many more meals for family and friends.

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