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

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Lenny Minutillo

I am blessed to be able to share my God given talents to prepare, dishes & desserts with friends, family & clients. Win would be Awesome!

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What is your signature dish?

Shrimp Diane and Pistachio Wildflower Honey Cheesecake.

Who is your culinary inspiration?

My father, Paul Prudhomme, Greg Sonnier.

What would you do with the $25,000?

Assist in my catering business, help educate through the local ACFNO chapter.

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