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Elisha Joyce

Episode number: 1

Overview: In the series premiere, home cook Elisha Joyce puts her signature recipes to the test against five pro chefs - including Lorena Garcia!

Kena Peay

Episode number: 2

Overview: A single and unemployed home chef competes against culinary professionals -- including Cat Cora.

Annie Smith

Episode number: 3

Overview: Home cook Annie Smith battles five pro chefs in hopes of winning enough money to provide her daughter with a speech-generating device!

Nick Evans

Episode number: 4

Overview: IT manager and home cook from Denver, Nick Evans, puts his best recipes to the test against five pro chefs -including Duff Goldman.

Cortney Anderson-Sanford

Episode number: 5

Overview: Home cook Cortney Anderson-Sanford puts her best recipes to the test against five professional chefs, including Lorena Garcia, in an attempt to win $100,000.

Jon Coombs

Episode number: 6

Overview: An Army sergeant competes against culinary professionals -- including chef Cat Cora.

Melissa Clinton

Episode number: 7

Overview: A high-school teacher faces off against notable culinarians. Appearing: chef Jet Tila.

Jim Stark

Episode number: 8

Overview: A retired fashion executive from California competes against professional culinarians in the Season 1 finale. Chef Elizabeth Falkner guest stars.