Ep 20. An Iron Chef Thanksgiving

The culinary competition 'Chopped' is back with the 20th episode of its 34th season titled 'An Iron Chef Thanksgiving.' The show features four professional chefs who battle it out in three rounds to create an appetizer, entrée, and dessert using a mystery basket of ingredients.

The competition begins with the chefs receiving their mystery baskets, which include traditional Thanksgiving ingredients like turkey, cranberries, and mashed potatoes, alongside unconventional ones like pumpkin pie soda and Thai peanut sauce. The chefs have just 20 minutes to create an appetizer that will impress the judges.

In the second round, the three remaining contestants receive a new basket of ingredients to create a mouth-watering entrée. The mystery ingredients this time range from gruyere cheese and macadamia nuts to turkey legs and cranberry mustard. With just 30 minutes on the clock, the chefs must make a creative and delicious dish that showcases their culinary expertise.

After the second round, only two chefs remain and move onto the final round. The remaining chefs are given their final basket and 30 minutes to create a delectable dessert featuring ingredients like sweet potato pie filling, candied ginger snaps, and pecan praline liqueur.

The judges, including celebrity chef Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli, critique each dish based on presentation, taste, creativity, and use of ingredients. Ultimately, only one chef will be named the winner of the competition and take home $10,000.

Throughout the show, viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at each chef's creative process, including how they choose their ingredients and how they manage their time in the kitchen. The show not only highlights the chefs' culinary skills but also their ability to think on their feet and adapt to the unexpected nature of the mystery basket challenge.

'An Iron Chef Thanksgiving' is a festive episode that puts a twist on traditional Thanksgiving dishes. It promises viewers an exciting and entertaining competition that showcases the talent and creativity of some of the best chefs in the industry.