Kenneth Temple on the Red Bean Recipe That Took Him Seven Years
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Chef Kenneth Temple recounts his experience of being cast on Chopped and clinching the victory. Kenneth reveals how attending culinary school on a whim led to his early ambitions of becoming a private chef and crafting healthier meals. The chef describes the unique challenges and rewards of being a private chef and adapting his cooking style to cater to professional athletes. Kenneth gushes over his new baby and expresses his anticipation of introducing them to the flavors of New Orleans. The New Orleans native highlights just a few of his favorite dishes from bread pudding to red beans. He reveals his go-to ingredients in the kitchen, offering insight into a New Orleanian pantry. He imparts valuable advice, urging fellow chefs to view mistakes as opportunities for growth rather than setbacks. Kenneth shares anecdotes about his wife Meiko, detailing how they merge their cooking styles at home and reminiscing on their first meeting. He reflects on playful moments at home, where he and Meiko engage in impromptu Chopped challenges with their pantry items and invite friends to savor their latest creations. Kenneth reveals the secret to his red bean recipe, offering a glimpse into his dedicated seven year journey to perfect it.    Follow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetwork     Follow Jaymee Sire on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesire    Follow Kenneth Temple on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethtemple_/?hl=en    Follow Kenneth Temple on Twitter: https://x.com/KennethTemple_?s=20    Follow Kenneth Temple on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ChefKennethTemple?feature=shared    Check Out Kenneth’s Website: https://kennethtemple.com/    Learn More About Chopped: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/chopped    Learn More About Served Family Style: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/celebration-menu-500  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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