Chopped (2009)

Episode Overview

Title: Budget Bites Plot: Four culinary experts embark on a mission to transform budget-friendly ingredients into gourmet dishes across three exciting "budget bite" challenges. In the appetizer round, they utilize some fresh greens along with a selection of frozen snacks. One contestant is taken aback when they discover an ingredient they dread lurking in the second basket. To wrap things up, the dessert round features a thrifty assortment that presents an ingenious solution for leftover wine.