Ep 7. A Little Goes a Long Way

In Worst Cooks in America season 17 episode 7, titled "A Little Goes a Long Way," the remaining chefs are tasked with creating a dish using only a small amount of ingredients. The mentors, Anne Burrell and Michael Symon, demonstrate how to make a flavorful dish with minimal ingredients, and the chefs are challenged to do the same.

The episode starts with the mentors demonstrating how to make a dish using only five ingredients. Anne creates a mouth-watering dish of seared salmon with a parsley butter sauce, while Michael makes a delicious steak with garlic butter. The chefs are amazed at how flavorful the dishes are, despite the limited number of ingredients.

Next, the chefs are given the same challenge, but they are only allowed to use four ingredients. They are each given a different protein to work with, including pork chops, chicken breasts, and salmon. The chefs struggle to come up with ideas, but with the help of their mentors, they start to create unique dishes.

As the chefs are cooking, Anne and Michael notice that some of them are using too much of certain ingredients, which can overpower the dish. They advise the chefs to be careful with their measurements and to taste their food as they go. They also remind them that presentation is important and encourage them to make their dishes look as appetizing as possible.

After the chefs finish their dishes, Anne and Michael taste each one and provide feedback. Some of the dishes are a hit, while others fall short. The mentors discuss what the chefs can do to improve their dishes, and the chefs take notes for future challenges.

In the second half of the episode, the chefs are tasked with creating a dish using only three ingredients. They are given a wider range of proteins to work with, including shrimp, beef, and tofu. The mentors provide more guidance this time, helping the chefs come up with creative ideas for their dishes.

The chefs race against the clock to make their dishes, and there are a few mishaps along the way. One chef accidentally puts too much salt in their dish, while another overcooks their protein. The mentors offer advice on how to fix the problems, but it's up to the chefs to make the necessary adjustments.

At the end of the challenge, the chefs present their dishes to Anne and Michael, who taste each one and provide feedback. The mentors are impressed with how creative the chefs have been, and they are pleased to see that the chefs have learned how to make flavorful dishes with minimal ingredients.

Overall, this episode of Worst Cooks in America is a great example of how a little can go a long way in the kitchen. The chefs are challenged to stretch their culinary skills and creativity, and they rise to the occasion. Viewers will be amazed at what these previously hopeless cooks are now capable of creating.