Quick Competition in State Fair Microwave Cooking Contest
August 20, 2011
Natalie Ridgway of Johnston won First Place Overall in the Microwave Cooking for Young and Old contest judged Friday at the 2011 Iowa State Fair. Ridgway secured first place in the Main Dish/Side Dish class with her Pizza Cheesy Chicken prior to taking Overall honors.
The contest was open to entrants ages 15 and older. Entries were required to be dishes that could be made solely in the microwave. Judging was based on taste, appearance and ease of preparation.
Additional results below:
Main Dish/Side Dish
1) Natalie Ridgway, Johnston
2) Emily Polson, Ankeny
3) Daphane Trevillyan, Urbandale
Snack/Dessert
1) Joyce Larson, New Market
2) Daphane Trevillyan, Urbandale
3) Jennifer Abbott, Ankeny
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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