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

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Dwan Johnson

I should be the favorite chef because I have bold flavors, confidence and a great attitude to match. I love the smile I put on people’s face

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What is your signature dish?

My signature dish is a Garlic Basil Lemon butter chicken and shrimp pasta

Who is your culinary inspiration?

My culinary inspiration is Gordon Ramsey I grew up watching him! Lol

What would you do with the $25,000?

Sharpen my craft and start a meal prep business and become a personal chef

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