Ep 8. Whole-y Cow!

In MasterChef season 8 episode 8, titled "Whole-y Cow!", the remaining contestants are presented with their next challenge: to break down a whole cow and use every part of it to create an elevated dish. The judges reveal that they will not be providing any recipes or specific instructions for the contestants to follow during this challenge, leaving them to rely solely on their own culinary expertise and creativity.

The contestants are given two hours to prepare their dishes, and they waste no time getting started. Some contestants opt to use traditional cuts of meat, while others take risks and choose to work with more unconventional parts of the cow such as the tongue or tail. The clock ticks down quickly as the contestants have to break down the entire cow and prepare their dishes simultaneously.

As the time winds down, the judges begin to taste the dishes they are presented with. Some contain perfectly cooked steaks with innovative sides, others feature unique interpretations of classic dishes, and others still are daring and unconventional.

Throughout the episode, tensions run high as some contestants struggle to complete their dishes in time while others thrive under the pressure. The judges critique each dish based on its presentation, taste, and utilization of the entire cow.

Ultimately, one contestant will be sent home while the others move on to the next challenge. Who will impress the judges and who will falter? Tune in to find out in MasterChef season 8 episode 8, "Whole-y Cow!"