Dustin Thomas

I like simple home cooked meals, meals that I've grown up on, that can leave you satisfied and not wanting. Meals for any table.

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Who or what inspires you to cook?

It's my time of peace, memories of things I've learned watching my mom, and the appreciation you get after a meal well planned and prepared.

What's your all time favorite dish to make?

I enjoy making southern fried foods and lobster bisque. These two are an odd combo but it's my go to.

What would you do with the $25,000?

Honestly I've struggled for so long that I would want to invest it. Sure down the line I would like to buy a few things here and there, for myself and my family, but personally I'd want to start a "nest egg". Nothing more important to me than financial security and knowing that something is in the bank. I fear what the coming months will bring with my fiance recently learning of a mass on her cervix and how this is going to impact the family. So in the end ultimately this could be a bl

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