Chopped S1E1 — Pilot: Octopus, Duck, Animal Crackers

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Chopped•Season 1•Episode 1

Pilot: Octopus, Duck, Animal Crackers

8.4/10 · 35 votesJan 13, 2009

Ranked #3 of 13 in Season 1•+0.1 vs season avg

Discussion

In the series opener, four chefs must use octopus, duck and animal crackers to make an extraordinary three-course meal in three rounds of competition. A panel of culinary experts determines which chef's dishes deserve the $10,000 prize. Hosted by Ted Allen.

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Season 1 Episodes13

E1 8.4Now viewing

Pilot: Octopus, Duck, Animal Crackers

E2 7.9

Tofu, Blueberries, Oysters

E3 8.2

Avocado, Tahini, Bran Flakes

E4 8.1

Banana, Collard Greens, Grits

E5 8.2

Yucca, Watermelon, Tortillas

E6 8.2

Canned Peaches, Rice Cakes, Beets

E7 8.2

Quail, Arctic Char, Beer

E8 8.4

Coconut, Calamari and Donuts

E9 8.3

Mac & Cheese, Cola, Bacon

E10 8.2

String Cheese, Jicama, Gingersnaps

E11 8.0

Jumbo Shrimp, Pepperoncini, Cereal

E12 8.7

Chocolate, Mussels and Figs

E13 8.8

Strawberries, Turkey and Gummi Bears

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Ted Allen

Self - Host

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Episode Summary

"Pilot: Octopus, Duck, Animal Crackers" is episode 1 of Chopped season 1. It scored 8.4/10 from 35 votes, ranking #3 of 13 episodes this season (season average 8.3). It aired on January 13, 2009.

Next: E2 · Tofu, Blueberries, Oysters Best of Season 1