Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
I should be the favorite chef because my recipes are relatable foods that are easy to upscale. Fresh ingredients with a little bit of flare
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Roasted Leg of lamb with pomegranate gastrique, Mediterranean cucumber salad and garlic naan bread
Who is your culinary inspiration?My grandmother is my culinary inspiration, she taught me how to cook and have adapted many of her recipes
What would you do with the $25,000?I would reinvest the money into building a senior care center. I would be able to accommodate seniors with special dietary needs. Diet has a profound affect on our health and I want to assist with bringing more health to seniors.
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