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

Tripp McDaniel

I wrecked my convertible and I had to get a sensible family car. I want my convertible back. Really. I want to open a bed and breakfast.

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

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What is your signature dish?

Shrimp and grits. I do it many ways but my new favorite is pescatarian. I use blue corn grits. Coconut milk and a curry sauce with the shrimp and veggies for a trade winds vibe.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would put it away for a while. I’m getting married in November and we want kids soon. We do want to open a bed and breakfast down the road.

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