Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
“I turn simple ingredients into memories. Every dish tells a story — bold flavors, heart in every bite. Your table deserves nothing less.”
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Who is your culinary inspiration?Guy Fieri
What would you do with the $25,000?Invest in some updated kitchen appliances and tools.
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