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2014 spoilers  So Masterchef U.S. started again Monday night.
Compared to the N.Z. version that I watched on youtube over the
spring, it is of course, a let down.  However, not to be totally
negative, at least this year they did away with all the
contestants in a herd like cows and rolling in their "signature
dish" to cook before the judges in 5 minutes. Just started with
30 finalists, then knocked it down to 22 with 2 contests.  I
must say Graham Elliott is completely unrecognizable. He's
clearly made the most of his gastric surgery with exercise and
diet, he looks great.  I was surprised at the first person they
knocked out of the competition as he seemed pretty competent.
Maybe just a plant. Don't really like or hate anyone yet, altho
the plump pie baker could be a little less weepy.    1. Click to
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