Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
It has been my lifelong dream to be a part of a cooking competition! I am deeply passionate about food and the creative outlet it allows!
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Who is your culinary inspiration?I take inspiration from a variety of global chefs! Ina Garten is one of my absolute favorites for her approachable recipes and focus on tasty, high quality ingredients!
What would you do with the $25,000?Renovate my kitchen for all my baking supplies!
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