Ep 3. Judge Knows Best

In Chopped season 3 episode 3, titled Judge Knows Best, the judges take center stage as they compete in this special episode. They are tasked with creating delicious and unique dishes using a basket of mystery ingredients just like the contestants they usually critique.

The episode starts off with an introduction of the four judges who will be participating in the competition. They each have impressive culinary backgrounds and have judged countless episodes of Chopped. However, this time they are the ones in the hot seat.

As the clock starts, the judges rush to grab the ingredients from the basket. The basket includes items such as quail eggs, rainbow carrots, popcorn, and canned sardines. The judges are given 30 minutes to create an impressive appetizer that incorporates all the mystery ingredients.

The competition is intense as the judges scramble to create unique and delicious dishes. With only 5 minutes left on the clock, everyone is rushing to plate their dishes. It's clear that the judges are all taking this competition seriously, and they all want to win.

As the judges present their dishes to the host, Ted Allen, and guest judges, the tension is palpable. The dishes all look incredible and creative, and the judges are impressed with each other's entries. The guest judges have a difficult decision to make, but ultimately, they choose the winner.

The next round starts, and the mystery ingredients are revealed. This time, the judges must create an entree using ground beef, black garlic, endive, and grape jelly. The judges once again have 30 minutes to create their masterpieces.

The judges use their vast culinary knowledge and experience to come up with unique and impressive dishes. They each take different approaches to the mystery ingredients, but all of their dishes look enticing.

With 5 minutes left on the clock, the intensity is at an all-time high. The judges rush to complete their dishes, and there are a few mishaps along the way. But in the end, they all have something delicious to present.

The final round is dessert, and the judges have to create a winning dish using passionfruit, tofu, canned whipped cream, and pecans. Once again, they have just 30 minutes to whip up something special.

The competition comes to a close as the judges present their desserts to the panel of guest judges. The desserts look amazing, and the guest judges have a tough decision to make.

In the end, one judge is crowned the winner of the competition. It's clear that the judges aren't just talented at judging other people's cooking - they're also impressive chefs themselves.

Overall, the Judge Knows Best episode of Chopped season 3 was entertaining and exciting. It was interesting to see the judges put themselves in the contestants' shoes and compete instead of judge. It was also inspiring to see how talented and creative they are in the kitchen.