The 3rd Annual Cooking Contest for Troops 612 & 757 was a lot of fun and the competition was fierce, although the participants were few.
Isaac, Max P, and Max M competed this time for the coveted Golden Spatula Award. We had an excellent turnout of esteemed judges with almost a dozen participating. This allowed the scouts to have a wide range of perspectives from the judges.
As usual, the scouts were allowed to arrive at the Stake Pavilion anytime after 5pm to begin their preparations and cooking. Once they arrived, they were on their own to prepare and cook their meal. Isaac arrived first, then Max P, then Max M. to create their culinary delights.
Isaac made chili, Max P. a European pancake dish, and Max M. fajitas.
This year we made a change in the way the contest was presented and had the boys serve the judges all at the same time from a serving table. In years past we would have the boys go serve the judges, but that meant it took a long time to serve them all. The new method allowed the judges to come and be served buffet style and it went much more efficiently. Then the rest of the families were able to be served quickly as well.
The scouts are judged on Taste, Nutritional Value, and Presentation.
Isaac was the winner this year with an excellent chili that included kielbasa and other yummy ingredients. Congratulations on a very good dinner and dessert.
And thanks to all the judges who “risked their lives” to sample the great food cooked independently by each scout.
Now the only question is, “Who will be the next to receive the Golden Spatula and have their name enshrined on the Golden Spatula Award Poster?” We’ll just have to wait until the 4th Annual Contest to know for sure!
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