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8 Episodes 2006 - 2006
Episode 1
Sun, Mar 19, 2006 60 mins
Eight participants receive their first challenge from chefs Masaharu Morimoto, Mario Batali and Bobby Flay.
Episode 2
Sun, Mar 19, 2006 60 mins
A challenge from Rachael Ray is given to the contestants.
Episode 3
Sun, Mar 26, 2006 60 mins
A Sandra Lee challenge for the seven finalists ends with the elimination of one contestant.
Episode 4
Sun, Apr 2, 2006 60 mins
A Giada De Laurentiis challenge has contestants preparing two dishes and trying to arrange the perfect table setting. Also: a visit from the first-season winners, Dan Smith and Steve McDonagh.
Episode 5
Sun, Apr 9, 2006 60 mins
The five finalists show off their cupcake-decorating skills; and an Alton Brown challenge eliminates one person.
Episode 6
Sun, Apr 16, 2006 60 mins
The four finalists test their media skills at a "Meet & Eat" event that includes editors from TV GUIDE, after which one of the contestants is eliminated.
Episode 7
Wed, Apr 19, 2006 60 mins
The three finalists perform a demo on "The Early Show"; and an elimination leaves two remaining, who prepare pilots with the help of Paula Deen.
Episode 8
Sun, Apr 23, 2006 60 mins
A winner is chosen from the two finalists after they prepare a meal for surprise guests, unaware that they're serving the eliminated contestants, who enjoy a reunion.