Winner will appear in Taste of Home magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home $25,000
I have always loved to cook. Especially now it's just me and my husband. We have cooked everything since we've moved. I can make anything!
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Spaghetti and meatballs
Who is your culinary inspiration?My Grandma and my Momma.
What would you do with the $25,000?Buy an RV and a truck. (All used!)
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