The judges tackle the mystery basket from a Father's Day Competition. Then, things heat up with a caddy of hot sauces in round two. Finally, the judges try their luck with duck, and Amanda Freitag gets a surprise visit.

Dads, Whiskey and Mom

Ted Allen

Newlyweds, Noodles and Stars

Season 2

The judges take on a newlywed-themed dessert basket featuring cheese and cake while Ted Allen asks some intimate questions. Then, they get a taste of the limelight as they're mobbed by paparazzi in the Star Power finale.

Amanda Freitag, Marcus Samuelsson and Alex Guarnaschelli peel, smash and sear their way through a potato-themed basket. Then, one judge has ambitious plans to make baked Alaska and plate it before the clock runs out.

Pickles, Tater and Chocolate

The judges whip up pork belly and walnut appetizers in round one. Then, Scott Conant gets stumped by hamachi collar, and the judges must turn ugly food into gorgeous entrees while trying to ignore a frighteningly funny intruder.

Dumplings and Ugly Food

The judges get revved up for a food truck-themed round one. Then, it's game on with Cornish game hens in round two, while round three finds the chefs revisiting a dessert basket from a grilling special.

Food Truck, Hens and Grill

The 'Chopped' judges take a turn in the kitchen, using the mandatory basket ingredients to create delectable dishes.

Dads, Whiskey and Mom

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