Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
I believe “food is medicine” to be able to share my knowledge, expertise across all platforms to help others be the best version of themself
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Creamy Dreamy Herb Risotto with silky seared scallops with a white wine lemon reduction
Who is your culinary inspiration?Julia Child and Paul Prudhomme, I learned Julia’s technique at the CIA; Julia Child was a trailblazer for women chefs long before her time. Paul Prudhomme a no-frills Cajun chef whose bold flavors and fearless cooking changed the culinary world! Classically trained French technique, rooted in Louisiana flavor - I cook with butter, fire, and alittle Cajun rebellion. Bon Appetit, y’all!
What would you do with the $25,000?I would expand my mission that “food is medicine” by taking my culinary education, teaching experiences to a mobile platform, bringing hands-on cooking instruction directly into communities. My goal is to continue teaching children the fundamentals of cooking while helping families understand how food can support and improve certain health conditions. Through approachable recipes, nutrition education, and real culinary technique, I want to empower the next generation to build healthi
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