About this season
Two professional chefs and two amateur chefs square off in a cooking competition, and the judges try to figure out which two are which. If a professional chef wins, they get $10,000.00. If an amateur chef wins, they get $15,000.00.
Episodes (13)
1. Pumpkin Thumpin'
Aired 23 November 2016
In the Season 3 premiere, pumpkin is the surprise ingredient when the contestants make French toast. Then, judges Alex Guarnaschelli and Curtis Stone determine whose dish is tops when ice cream toppings are used to accent savory staples.
2. French Fries Freestyle
Aired 30 November 2016
Peanuts are added to a dumpling challenge; and potato fries must be repurposed into twice-fried masterpieces.
3. 'Tis the Seasoning
Aired 7 December 2016
Challenges take on a festive theme. Included: Rack of lamb is infused with traditional holiday drinks; and holiday treats are regfited as flavorful dishes.
4. Apple Apocalypse
Aired 14 December 2016
5. A Lotta Fritta
Aired 21 December 2016
6. Lunchbox Bonanza
Aired 28 December 2016
7. Juicy Resolutions
Aired 4 January 2017
8. Crantastic Quesadillas!
Aired 11 January 2017 • 60 min
9. Salad Bar Blowout
Aired 18 January 2017
10. Gas Station Gourmet
Aired 25 January 2017
11. Tailgate Takedown
Aired 1 February 2017
12. Tarts and Hearts
Aired 8 February 2017
13. Macho Nachos
Aired 15 February 2017
In the Season 3 finale, the contestants face the challenge of elevating nachos with the surprise ingredient of canned soups. Then, they must work cake into their savory dishes.