Ep 10. The Final Countdown

In the season 18 finale of Worst Cooks in America, titled "The Final Countdown," the remaining two recruits must cook a three-course meal for a panel of esteemed culinary experts. The recruits start the episode by reminiscing about their journey to the finale and the skills they've acquired along the way.

First, the recruits must choose the ingredients for their appetizer course from a mystery basket. They have 20 minutes to prepare and present their dishes to the judges. The judges are impressed with both dishes, but one recruit's dish is deemed the winner.

Next, the recruits head to the kitchen to prepare their entrees. Once again, they must choose their ingredients from a mystery basket and have 30 minutes to cook. The judges are blown away by the flavors and presentation of both dishes but ultimately choose one as the winner.

Finally, the recruits move on to the dessert course. They are given 40 minutes to prepare a dessert of their choice. The judges are pleased with the creativity and skill displayed by both recruits but can only choose one winner.

After all three courses are presented, the judges deliberate and choose the winner of this season's Worst Cooks in America. The winner takes home the grand prize of $25,000 and the coveted title of best cook.

Throughout the episode, the competing recruits reflect on their journey and how much they've learned from their mentors. They also express their gratitude for the opportunity to be on the show and how much their lives have changed from their experience.

"The Final Countdown" is an exciting and emotional episode, as two unskilled cooks compete for the grand prize of being named the best worst cook in America. The episode showcases the impressive growth and development of the finalists throughout the season and highlights the importance of determination and hard work in achieving success.