Chopped (2009)

Episode Overview

Title: Culinary Classroom Plot: The Chopped kitchen transforms into a classroom as four cafeteria chefs go head-to-head to highlight the significance of nutritious meals for children. With esteemed guest judge Sam Kass from the White House, the contestants aim to impress right off the bat, crafting their initial creations using dill pickles and canned tuna. In the entrée challenge, quinoa presents a fresh challenge for two of the chefs. Can they elevate this unfamiliar ingredient into something remarkable? The final two chefs channel their creativity into delectable desserts featuring grapes and cream cheese, culminating in an emotional triumph that wraps up an exhilarating competition.