Worst Cooks in America Season 24 Episode 2 That's So '90s: Clueless in the Kitchen
- TVPG
- May 1, 2022
- 63 min
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In this episode of Worst Cooks in America, titled "That's So '90s: Clueless in the Kitchen," the remaining recruits are transported back in time to the 1990s. The culinary challenges they will face are all inspired by classic '90s dishes and trends.
The episode starts with a skills challenge where the recruits must make a classic '90s dish: the all-American burger. Chef Anne Burrell and Chef Alex Guarnaschelli are joined by special guest celebrity chef David Rose, who is known for his expertise in creating the perfect burger. The recruits struggle with the simplest tasks, including shaping their burgers and properly cooking them to the requested temperature. Chef Rose is disappointed in the results, but the judges decide who succeeded and who failed.
Next, the recruits are given a group challenge where they must make a meal inspired by their favorite '90s TV show. Each team is assigned a different show, and the recruits must work together to create dishes that are representative of the era and the show's theme. Some of the shows chosen include Seinfeld, Friends, and Full House.
The recruits struggle with the challenge, as they are limited by the ingredients and utensils available to them. They are also tasked with making homemade pasta, which proves to be a difficult endeavor. The judges taste each team's dishes and decide on the best and worst performers.
Finally, it's time for the elimination challenge. The recruits are given a mystery basket filled with '90s ingredients and asked to create a dish that evokes the feeling of the era. Some of the ingredients included in the basket are Jell-O, Pop Rocks, and Tang.
The recruits struggle to come up with ideas and to incorporate these unconventional ingredients into their dishes. Chef Burrell and Chef Guarnaschelli provide guidance and advice, but ultimately, it's up to the recruits to use their creativity and cooking skills to impress the judges. In the end, one recruit will be sent home.
Overall, "That's So '90s: Clueless in the Kitchen" is a nostalgic episode that will have viewers reminiscing about the '90s while also highlighting the challenges that the recruits face as they try to improve their cooking skills. With the added pressure of cooking in a different era, the recruits are forced to think outside the box and adapt to new challenges.