Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
What’s better than a self taught (with the help of food network) home cook that is a dedicated mental health employee.
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Who is your culinary inspiration?I grew up watching the food network and Giada was one of my favorites.
What would you do with the $25,000?I would help my husband with paying for a down payment for our new home. We have been trying so hard to save to move closer to my son's kindergarten but have not had down payment. I would love a home where I can have the backyard garden and homestead of my dreams. Just a few chickens or quail and fruit trees with some veggie plants.
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