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

Richard Hamstead

I should, because of my great personality, sense of humor, cooking experience and the love of cooking and the folks who love to eat!!

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You decide who will appear in Taste of Home magazine, and win $25,000!

The first cut is on Thursday the 11th of June at 7PM PDT

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What is your signature dish?

Shrimp n Grits...w/crab bisque, biscuits, green salad, and my award winning peach tart. Pared with a nice crisp wht. wine.

Who is your culinary inspiration?

James Beard. I loved his attitude about using your hands and letting the food talk to you by how it feels. Justin Wilson....nuff said...

What would you do with the $25,000?

1. Gifts to 2 Native American schools we help. 2. Camera equipment for my wife. 3. A Little update in the Kitchen.

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