Chopped Season 17 Episode 15 Celebrity Holiday Bash

In the Celebrity Holiday Bash episode of Chopped season 17, four popular celebrities are put to the test of creating a three-course holiday meal. The participants include actress Dawn Wells, known for her role in Gilligan's Island, Tom Green, a comedian and actor famous for his satirical comedy, and musician Dave Navarro, best known for being a guitarist in Jane's Addiction. The final contestant is Bridget Marquardt, who is a reality TV star and also a former girlfriend of Hugh Hefner.

Each contestant is provided with a basket of mystery ingredients that they must use to create three dishes - an appetizer, entree, and a dessert. The clock starts ticking as the contestants open their baskets and begin to create unique dishes with a holiday twist.

As soon as they start cooking, the chefs are under pressure to make use of every ingredient in their basket and create delicious dishes. The judges, Marc Murphy, Amanda Freitag, and Alex Guarnaschelli, are on the lookout for creative and flavorful dishes that capture the essence of the holiday season.

The contestants understand the importance of making sure that their dishes have a holiday theme. It's not just about creating great food, but also about making the guests feel the holiday spirit with every bite that they take.

The first round is all about the appetizers, where the celebrities showcase their creativity using holiday-themed ingredients that range from yams and quail to fruitcake and candy canes. The contestants have to make sure that their appetizers are not only inventive but also tasty, leaving the judges wanting more.

The second round of the competition is the entree round, and the contestants are given a whole new set of mystery ingredients to work with. In this round, the celebrities must use their culinary prowess to create dishes that will amaze the judges. With just 30 minutes on the clock, they have to plan and execute their creations, making sure not to burn anything or leave any ingredients unused.

Finally, the dessert round arrives, and the celebrities are given another set of mystery ingredients to work with. This is where the contestants have to showcase their culinary expertise and creativity, making sure to use every ingredient in the basket. The dessert must have a holiday twist that leaves a lasting impression.

After all three rounds are complete, it's time for the judges to taste the culinary creations from the contestants. They must evaluate each course based on taste, presentation, creativity, and how well the dish matches with the theme of the holiday season.

Finally, the judges decide which celebrity has won the contest and which celebrity will be "chopped" and eliminated from the competition. The winner takes home $10,000 for their chosen charity.

The Celebrity Holiday Bash is a fun and exciting episode that showcases the talents and creativity of four popular celebrities. It's a must-watch for anyone who loves holiday-themed shows and great food!