Plot Synopsis

Hosted by Alejandra Ramos, THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE is a cooking competition series that celebrates the multiculturalism that makes American food unique and iconic. Ten talented home cooks from different regions of America have the opportunity to showcase their beloved signature dishes and compete to win the national search for "The Great American Recipe." From family favorites passed down through generations, to internationally influenced recipes that are quickly becoming mainstays of American cuisine, the series mixes camaraderie with competition, revealing rich personal stories and the inspiration behind the contestants' favorite recipes. Judges Leah Cohen, Tiffany Derry and Graham Elliot will bring their professional insights and deep culinary knowledge to encourage and support the contestants along the way. THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE premieres Friday, June 24, 2022 at 9pm on PBS (check local listings), culminating in the finale on Friday August 12, which features the finalists preparing an entire meal for the judges to make their ultimate decision. The winning dish will grace the cover of "The Great American Cookbook," which will also feature recipes from all of the contestants and the show's host and judges. The 10 competitors include: Bambi (age: 53; from: Winston-Salem, NC); Brian (42; Bowling Green, KY); Christina (42; Portland, OR); Dan (52; Providence, RI); Foo (48; Los Angeles, CA); Irma (45; Rochester, NY); Nikki (44; Boise, ID); Robin (68; Annapolis, MD); Silvia (49; San Luis Obispo, CA); and Tony (30; Minneapolis, MN).

Season 2 of THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE debuted on Monday, June 19, 2023 at 9pm on PBS (check local listings), with host Alejandra Ramos and judges Leah Cohen, Tiffany Derry and Graham Elliot returning for a second helping. THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE blends food, family and fun, highlighting the amazing variety of tastes and traditions from across the U.S. while capturing the roots of America's diverse cuisine. From family favorites passed down through generations to internationally influenced recipes that are becoming mainstays of American cuisine, the series mixes camaraderie with competition, revealing rich personal stories and the inspiration behind the contestants' favorite recipes. As with the first season, one of the winner's dishes will grace the cover of The Great American Recipe Cookbook Season 2, an official series cookbook, which feature recipes from the contestants, the host and the judges. Season 2 competitors are: Khela Brewer (Overland Park, Kansas); Maria Givens (Seattle, WA); Salmah Hack (Orlando, FL); Relle Lum (Maui, HI); Brad Mahlof (New York, NY); Abbe Odenwalder (Denver, CO); Ted Pappas (Western Springs, IL); Leanna Pierre (Norcross, GA); and Mike Thomas (Cleveland, OH).
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On Monday, August 7, 2023 at 9pm (check local listings), PBS premiered the Season 2 finale of THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE. The three remaining home cooks -- Salmah Hack, Brad Mahlof, and Leanna Pierre -- get ready for the grand finale feast. In the final round, their challenge is to prepare an entire meal that represents their Great American Recipe. Who will be named the winner?