Indianola Woman Takes Title in Pasta Competition at State Fair
August 18, 2011
New versions of traditional dishes thrilled the judges in the Barilla Pasta and Sauce competition judged Sunday at the 2011 Iowa State Fair.
Lana Ross of Indianola won First Place Overall with Bacon-Cheese Stuffed Shells. Nancy Kelinson of Des Moines took Second Place Overall with Mediterranean Pasta Salad, and Emily Elliot of Urbandale claimed Third Place Overall with Blue Cheese Macaroni Salad.
Entrees were judged on taste, appearance, creativity and best use of Barilla products.
Additional results below:
Salad
1) Nancy Kelinson, Des Moines
2) Emily Elliott, Urbandale
3) Cathy Stahlman, Ames
Honorable Mention) Erin Kramer, Nevada
Entrée
1) Lana Ross, Indianola
2) Debbie Wise, Des Moines
3) Rhonda Paul, Des Moines
The Iowa State Fair Food Department is the largest of any state fair in the country. Food Department judging is held in the Elwell Family Food Center sponsored by Blue Bunny.
“Nothing Compares” to the 2011 Iowa State Fair, celebrating 100 years of the Butter Cow August 11-21. The Fairgrounds are located at East 30th and East University Avenue, just 10 minutes east of downtown Des Moines, and are open 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. each day of the Fair. Exhibit hours may vary. For more information, call 800/545-FAIR or visit iowastatefair.org.
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