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12 Episodes 2013 - 2014
Episode 1
Sun, Oct 20, 2013 60 mins
The premiere of a cooking competition set in a supermarket begins with host Guy Fieri challenging the chefs to serve their best spaghetti and meatballs, but not all of the key ingredients are in stock. Later, a meal for a family of four must be prepared for less than $7; and in the final challenge, dishes are made using only frozen ingredients.
Episode 2
Sun, Oct 27, 2013 60 mins
Chefs are challenged to make an Asian stir-fry with just five ingredients; and are given an unusual grocery list for a fun family meal. Finally, there are only two minutes on the clock to purchase what's needed for a decadent pasta dish.
Episode 3
Sun, Nov 3, 2013 60 mins
The first challenge is to make gourmet salads with no leafy greens, then coupons come in handy during a "Budget Battle." Finally, the last two chefs are tasked with preparing comfort meals using their opponent's ingredients.
Episode 4
Sun, Nov 10, 2013 60 mins
Challenges include surf and turf using only canned foods; and shopping with no carts for soup and sandwich ingredients. Also: A steakhouse dinner determines the winner in the final battle.
Episode 5
Sun, Nov 17, 2013 60 mins
The chefs use frozen ingredients for a seafood dish; and must incorporate soy sauce in Mexican cuisine. In the last challenge, no carts are allowed when the chefs shop for a breakfast recipe.
Episode 6
Sun, Nov 24, 2013 60 mins
The first challenge is to make an international recipe using five ingredients or less; and later, the chefs are only allowed to use items found in the cereal/nuts/candy aisle. In the end, the winner is determined after preparing steak and potatoes minus some key components.
Episode 7
Sun, Dec 1, 2013 60 mins
The chefs are told to make their best egg dish to start off the competition. Then, they have to serve a dinner party of four people on a budget of $8; and the two finalists swap shopping bags before preparing gourmet lunches.
Episode 8
Sun, Dec 8, 2013 60 mins
The chefs attempt to make five-star dinners using only frozen foods; a healthy kid meal must be produced during a "No Carts Allowed" challenge; and the finalists have only two minutes to shop for ingredients for savory pies.
Episode 9
Sun, Dec 15, 2013 60 mins
The first challenge is grilled cheese sandwiches on a small budget; followed by desserts made from ingredients found in the meat, seafood and dairy aisles. Finally, the chefs are thrown a twist when preparing meals celebrating the holiday season.
Episode 10
Sun, Jan 5, 2014 60 mins
A "Closing Time" challenge gives the chefs just two minutes to shop for a game-day feast. Later, they are tasked with making their best dish using only items in the produce/condiments aisle; and create upscale chicken dinners with minimal ingredients.
Episode 11
Sun, Jan 12, 2014 60 mins
First, the chefs must create an Italian feast using only canned foods. Later, a "Closing Time" challenge involves hot dogs; and rice dishes are made using items from Guy's wild grocery list.
Episode 12
Sun, Jan 19, 2014 60 mins
The first challenge is to prepare tacos, but tortillas and ground beef are out of stock. Also: sandwiches made with frozen food; and seafood dishes featuring five ingredients or less.