Ep 2. Viva Las Boot Camp

In this episode of Worst Cooks in America season 22, titled "Viva Las Boot Camp," the remaining recruits are in for a wild ride as they dive into the world of Mexican cuisine. Chefs Anne Burrell and Michael Symon are pushing the recruits to their limits as they tackle a series of challenges designed to test their newly acquired skills.

First up, the recruits must create their own signature salsa from scratch. With a variety of fresh ingredients at their disposal, the recruits must balance the right amount of heat, acidity, and sweetness to create a perfectly balanced salsa that will impress the judges.

Next, the recruits face their toughest challenge yet - the dreaded VIP dinner service. The recruits are split into two teams and must work together to cook a Mexican-inspired three-course meal for a group of VIP guests. With Anne and Michael watching their every move, the pressure is on as the recruits struggle to work together and create dishes that will impress both the judges and the guests.

As the episode progresses, the recruits continue to face new and unexpected challenges, including a blindfolded taste test and a race against the clock to create a series of classic Mexican dishes. Throughout it all, Anne and Michael are there to guide and mentor the recruits, helping them to improve their culinary skills and overcome their fears.

By the end of the episode, the recruits have proven that they have what it takes to succeed in the kitchen. With each passing challenge, they have grown more confident, more skilled, and more determined to come out on top. But with only a few weeks left in Boot Camp, the competition is getting tougher by the day, and the recruits must continue to push themselves to the limit if they hope to make it to the end.