Recipe contests and cooking contest index for competitive cooks.

DEADLINE CONTEST LIST

This page contains contests that have DEADLINE dates for entering. These competitions are for the amateur cook. Always read the sponsor's rules before entering any contest, as we only give a brief description here. Keep in mind that contests generally are not open to sponsor's, accountant's or PR/judging groups employees or their families.

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AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

"I AM A SAUCY MAMA" CONTEST
DEADLINE	Closes when 50 participants are chosen.
DESCRIPTION	Barhyte Specialty Foods is looking for 50 food bloggers ("Mamas" or "Papas") who will accept their Saucy Mama Blogger Kit complete with samples of six top-selling dressings, marinades, and mustards, along with six extra bottles of their bestselling condiments to give away to your own blog readers! Create recipes using the product, and publish the recipes on your personal blog by September 1.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal U.S. residents, 18 or older, who have maintained a blog for at least 3 months. Blog must be updated at least 4 times a month.
PRIZES	Grand Prize is $1000; winner also will have their original recipe printed on the Saucy Mama label corresponding to the ingredient in the dish — to be seen nationwide in gourmet and specialty food stores. Second Prize is $250. Third Prize is $100. All winners receive a Saucy Mama apron, a huge supply of Saucy Mama condiments, and a copy of Suzie "Saucy Mama" Barhyte’s cookbook, Beyond the Bull.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

JULY 2010

MANLY HOUSEWIFE RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your original recipe or blog post. It can be a Breakfast, Appetizer, Lunch, Dinner, or Late-Night Snack recipe. It appears that this will be a monthly contest.
PRIZES	July Prize: Williams Sonoma $25 Store Value Gift Card and recipe featured on next month's contest page. Prizes may change each month.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

SUTTER HOME'S BUILD A BETTER BURGER® CONTEST 2010
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Create and enter (beginning March 1) a burger recipe in one of 2 categories: Beef (75% beef or greater) or Alternative (other ground foods, including less than 75% beef). The burger must be prepared on a standard outdoor grill, and served on a bread product. Previous non-winning entries may be updated and resubmitted. 5 finalists from each category will compete in the Cook-off on September 25, 2010 in Napa Valley, CA.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to U.S. residents, aged 21 years or older, except for residents of CA, PR, and other US territories; previous winners; and others as specified in the rules.
PRIZES	Grand Prize Winner for the Best Beef Burger: cash prize of $100,000. Best Alternative Burger Winner: cash prize of $15,000; First Runner-Up for both Best Beef and Best Alternative Burgers: $500 each; Second Runner-Up for both Best Beef and Best Alternative Burgers: $250 each. People’s Choice Award (by votes at Cook-off): $2,500. Each Finalist and a guest receive airfare to Napa Valley, accommodations for 4 nights, reimbursement for car rental expense and gas, not to exceed $385, to and from the airport and $300 cash to cover all other travel expenses. (ARV $2,155).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

ORGANIC GARDENING HOLIDAY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter an original entree, side dish or dessert recipe using at least one product from this list of sponsors: Bob's Red Mill, Florida Crystals, Lundberg Farms, Nature's Path, Organic Valley, and Wholesome Sweeteners.
ELIGIBILITY	Open only to legal residents of the 49 United States and DC, and Canada, 18 and older (excludes Quebec and AZ, PR, Guam, and all other US territories and possesions).
PRIZES	Grand Prize: 6 days/5 nights trip for the winner and 1 guest to at Rancho La Puerta, Tecate, Baja, California, including transportation to the Rancho, all meals and non-alcoholic beverages, accommodations in Rancho La Puerta Ranchera casitas, access to over 50 fitness classes, programs and facilities, two hands-on cooking classes and the Unlimited Spa package (ARV $7,500). Second prize: 10-piece Wusthof Classic Ikon Block Set and a collection of Rodale cookbooks (ARV $750). Third prize: Analon Ultraclad 10 piece cookware set and a collection of Rodale cookbooks (ARV $500).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

CUISINART'S "GET COOKING! CONTEST" — PERIOD 1
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter an original recipe. This is the first of eleven contest periods, each judged separately. You may re-enter the recipe in later contests if it has not won.
PRIZES	The winner for each Entry Period will receive the Prize as described for that entry period (ARV $300).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REDWOOD CREEK WINES “BLAZE A BETTER BARBECUE RECIPE CONTEST”
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit an original grilling entrée recipe which includes ingredients commonly available at retailers, and include 1 of Redwood Creek's 9 varietal table wines both as an ingredient and a Wine Pairing recommendation. Recipe should serve 4-6 people. Include a digital photograph of the prepared grilling entrée. Be sure to answer the survey questions on the entry form!
ELIGIBILITY	Open to residents of the 48 contiguous United States and DC, aged 21 years or older, (void in AK, CA, HI, TN, UT, PR).
PRIZES	Grand Prize: trip for Winner and 1 guest (over 21) to attend one Steve Raichlen’s Barbecue University® course in 2011, and a donation in the amount of $2,500 made in the Grand Prize Winner’s name to an outdoor charity of Winner's choice. Trip includes airfare to Denver, CO; 4 nights hotel accommodations; tuition at the Barbecue University course in 2011 and transportation between airport and hotel (Total ARV $10,500). 9 Finalists each receive a check for $500.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

CARLSON MARINE OIL RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your own original recipe using at least 2 Tablespoonfuls of Carlson Liquid Norwegian Fish Oil and serving 4 people. (You cannot cook with fish oils because heat will damage the fragile oils. Fish oil can be added after cooking when the food has cooled.)
ELIGIBILITY	Open only to residents of the United States, DC and United States Territories who are 18 years of age or older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $500; 2nd Place: $200; 3rd Place $100.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

ATHENS "MONTHLY FILLO RECIPE MADNESS" CONTESTS: CORN
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe using Athens Fillo Dough or Athens Mini Fillo Shells as an ingredient and including the “Monthly Ingredient” incorporated with the monthly theme. The recipe must have no more than 6 ingredients and a maximum prep time of 15 minutes if you are using the Fillo Shells or 10 ingredients and a maximum prep time of 45 minutes if using the Fillo Dough. This month's ingredient is Corn and the theme is "Grilling/complement to grilling." Bonus points for photos.
PRIZES	4 prizes will be awarded each month of the contest: Best Creative Use of the Monthly Ingredient in a Fillo (Phyllo) Recipe ($100); Best Creative Use of the Monthly Ingredient in a Mini Fillo Shell Recipe ($100); Best Easy Use of the Monthly Ingredient in a Fillo (Phyllo) Recipe ($100); Best Easy Use of the Monthly Ingredient in a Mini Fillo Shell Recipe ($100).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

SALTSCAPES 2010 COMFORT FOOD RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	The theme of this year's contest is "Pleasing Potluck." Which of your dishes do people request you bring to potlucks? Saltscapes magazine focuses on Atlantic Canada.
ELIGIBILITY	Not restricted by location, but must be 19 or older. Also, "Winners may be responsible for picking up their prizes at the Saltscapes editorial office in Bedford, NS, or at a specified location in their area."
PRIZES	To be announced. Watch Sponsor site.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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BETTER RECIPES: BEST BURGER CONTEST
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your best original burger recipes, whether beef, some other meat or fish, or vegetarian. Include a photo.
PRIZES	The grand prize winner will receive a $1000 check.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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SHANE'S RIB SHACK "SIDES RECIPE CONTEST"
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submint a recipe of a family favorite side dish that will compliment the Shane's Rib Shack menu. Finalists will be asked to submit a video demonstrating preparation of their recipe.
PRIZES	3 Finalists (& 1 guest each): trip to Atlanta, GA for the "Judges Panel Choice" Event. Includes airfare,1 night accommodations, and 2 World of Coca-Cola tickets. 2 Grand Prizes (one for the Fan's Choice winner and one for the Judges Panel Choice winner) - a Big Green Egg Grill and BBQ supplies (ARV $1,200). If Judges Panel Choice Event winner is also the Fan's Choice Winner he/she will receive $1,200 instead of grill/supplies. 3 Finalist Prizes – a Shane's Rib Shack Prize Pack (ARV $200).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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DRAFT MAGAZINE ULTIMATE RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe using beer and up to 9 other ingredients (not counting salt, pepper, and oil) that is prepared on a grill.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to all US residents over the age of 21, except residents of AL and HI.
PRIZES	First Place: Big Green Egg Smoker/Grill Package: Large Big Green Egg, Ash Tool, Grill Gripper, Charcoal, Fire Starters, Large Nest; EdgeStar Dual Tap Kegerator from Kegerator.com; Omaha Steaks Classic Pack; 1-year membership to amazingclubs.com Beer of the Month Club; Kegerator.com "Double Tap" T-Shirt. Second Place: EdgeStar Deluxe Mini Kegerator & Draft Beer Dispenser from kegerator.com; Omaha Steaks Warm Welcome Pack; Kegerator.com "Double Tap" T-shirt. Third Place: Beer Machine BrewMaster from kegerator.com; Omaha Steaks Picnic Pack; Kegerator.com "Double Tap" T-Shirt.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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CHEF MOM CHALLENGE
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Create an original recipe featuring the designated Shamrock farms dairy product for the current month’s Chef Mom Challenge. July's featured product is Shamrock Farms Sour Cream.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of Arizona who are 18 years of age or older.
PRIZES	July Prize: $250 in grocery store gift cards, a lifetime pass to Shamrock Farms Farm Tour (defined as unlimited visits for the prizewinner each year during the Farm Tour season for 50 years) and a $100 gift card to a restaurant selected by Sponsor. ARV: $16,100. Recipe will be posted at Shamrock Farms website.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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MIX IT UP WITH BETTY!™ COOKIE MIX RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Use Betty Crocker® Cookie Mix and additional ingredients to create original cookie recipes.
PRIZES	15 finalists will be chosen. 10 will be awarded Honorable Mention and a $100 BettyCrockerStore.com gift certificate. 4 will be awarded a Runner-Up prize of $500 cash and 1000 Bonus Box Tops to be awarded to the winner’s designated school. 1 Grand Prize winner will be awarded a check for $5000 and 1000 Bonus Box Tops to be awarded to the winner’s designated school.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

MIXING BOWL BEST LEAN BEEF RECIPE CHALLENGE
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Upload one or more of your original lean beef recipes, using a cut of beef from the list in the rules. Include corresponding photo(s) of the prepared dish.
PRIZES	The grand prize winner will receive a $500 check, apron and Healthy Beef Cookbook (total ARV $537).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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KIDS LOVE BLUEBERRIES RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Create an original, kid-friendly, fresh blueberry recipe using 8 ingredients or less (salt, pepper and water are "free"). Recipe may not include other berries.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal US residents who are 18 years of age or older as of July 5, 2010.
PRIZES	$500 for first place and $250 for each of five runners-up.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

MELANGE SUCRE CHOCOLATE RECIPE CONTESTS
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010 (entry period 9)
DESCRIPTION	Submit your original recipe containing an Melange Sucre Chocolate product. Recipe may not be entered into any other chocolate recipe contests! State which cacao percentage was used and why. This is the ninth of 14 monthly contests.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $150, awarded in the form of Sponsor-chosen Malenge Sucre products and merchandise.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules. (Then scroll way down).

TRADER JOE'S FAN JULY RECIPE CHALLENGE
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe using at least one of Trader Joe's signature ingredients. Think GRILL, picnic potluck, refreshing beverages for this one.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $25 Amazon Gift Certificate; 2 runners up each receive a $10 Amazon Gift Certificate.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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FRIED RICE RECIPE CREATION COMPETITION
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your best fried rice recipe that includes sweet soy bean sauce as an ingredient.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to Indonesian citizens who reside in Indonesia.
PRIZES	Winner will receive a trip to Indonesia Pavilion in World Expo 2010 Shanghai, China, including: Fee for Visa application; roundtrip airfare tickets Jakarta – Shanghai – Jakarta for one person; 4 days/4 nights accommodation in Shanghai; Stipend for 4 days in Shanghai; entrance ticket to World Expo 2010 Shanghai, China; Shanghai city tour; and the \pOpportunity to do a cooking demonstration of Special Fried Rice in Warung Enak! Of Indonesia Pavilion, World Expo2010 Shanghai.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

DISCOUNT COFFEE ULTIMATE COFFEE RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit a recipe that includes coffee among the ingredients. Specify the brand and blend of coffee used.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $100 shopping spree at DiscountCoffee.com; 1 Starbucks Assortment Coffee Box (ARV $55); 2 DiscountCoffee.com coffee mugs (ARV $10). 4 Honorable Mention Prizes: 1 Starbucks Assortment Coffee Box (ARV $55); 2 DiscountCoffee.com coffee mugs (ARV $10). All winning recipes will be posted on the DiscountCoffee.com website.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

BUITONI JULY FLAVOR OF THE MONTH BUITONI RISERVA CONTEST
DEADLINE	July 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your pairing of one of the Buitoni Riserva pastas or Buitoni Frozen meals (see Details link for varieties) with a fresh salad of your creation.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: Shun Classic 8-Piece Chef’s Knife Set with Bamboo Block (ARV $850).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click he re for rules.

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AUGUST 2010

COUNTRY WOMAN: PASS THE POTATOES
DEADLINE	August 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your original recipe featuring potates — any type, including sweet potatoes and yams. The recipe may be for any portion of the meal and can use the potatoes in any way you dream up!
PRIZES	Grand Prize — $500; second place— $300; third place — $200; 5 runners-up — Free year of Country Woman for winner or a friend.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

MUSHROOMS EVERY DAY, EVERY WAY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe that includes at least 8 ounces of fresh commercially-cultivated mushrooms. You may enter in 3 categories: Breakfast; Main Dish; and Appetizers & Sides.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec), 18 years of age or older.
PRIZES	3 winners will each have their submissions highlighted on Mushroominfo.com and will receive $1,000. The Grand Prize Winner will receive an additional $1,000.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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TASTE OF HOME: SOUTHWEST FOODS
DEADLINE	August 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your recipes featuring southwestern dishes (Americanized versions of Mexican food).
ELIGIBILITY	No age limits are mentioned in the rules.
PRIZES	Grand Prize — $500; 2nd place— $300; 3rd place — $150; 9 Runners-up receive a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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SIMPLE & DELICIOUS: FAST AND FRESH-PICKED
DEADLINE	August 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter recipes starring the fresh produce that is available at this time of year, whether vegetables or fruit.
ELIGIBILITY	No age limits are mentioned in the rules.
PRIZES	Grand Prize — $500; 2nd place— $300; 3rd place — 200; 4th place — $100; 8 runners-up — $25.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 2
DEADLINE	August 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning July 26, submit an original recipe for a Appetizer with the theme "International/American Regional". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

GARDEN VEGETABLES RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter recipes using garden vegetables.
PRIZES	$400 (mentioned on Twitter, not website).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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SOUTH DAKOTA CATTLEWOMEN STATE FAIR BEEF COOK-OFF
DEADLINE	August 2, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter recipes that have 3 oz. serving size of cooked beef in each serving of the finished dish. Two categories in each age group: New Twist on Old Favorites, and Fork Free-Hand Held.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to residents of SD. Youth Division (10 to 18 years); Adult Division (19 and older). Finalists must provide their own transportation to the State Fair in Huron, SD on September 3, 2010 for the cook-off.
PRIZES	Grand prize in each category: Adult Division — $500; Youth Division — $250. 8 Honorable Mention Awards.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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FRUITY FUNDAYS COOKERY COMPETTION
DEADLINE	August 2, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Fruity Fundays is a UK campaign encouraging people to go veggie or vegan one or more days a week. Create a 3-course vegan meal that includes a starter, a main course and a dessert. Your recipes must include at least 5 portions of fruit and veg which can be spread across the three courses as you wish.
ELIGIBILITY	Rules do not state that you must be a resident of the UK, but winner must be available on the evening of Saturday September 18 after Viva!’s Incredible Veggie Roadshow in Brighton.
PRIZES	Heather Mills will cook the winning meal for the winner and a friend to enjoy at her Brighton restaurant VBites. Photos of the winner and their winning meal will be featured in Viva!life and Cook Vegetarian magazine, UK’s only monthly vegetarian cookery magazine.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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GRILLING WITH BEER CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 3, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe that can be cooked on a gas grill and that contains beef and Sprecher Beer.
ELIGIBILITY	Must be at least 21 years old, and (presumably) a Wisconsin resident.
PRIZES	3 Semi-Finalists: case of Sprecher Beverages, a copy of Grilling with Beer cookbook by Lucy Saunders, a $25 certificate for Beef from the Wisconsin Beef Council, and a portable Keg-a-Que gas grill. Grand Prize Winner: A year’s supply of Sprecher Beverages (12 cases - 24/16oz bottles), and a $200 certificate for beef from the Wisconsin Beef Council.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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NATIONAL RENAL CARE HEALTHY KIDNEY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 4, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Use ingredients that are available in most grocery stores in South Africa. Include, where available, nutritional content.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal South African residents at least 18 years of age at time of entry.
PRIZES	Winners of the competition will be flown to Johannesburg for a special prize giving ceremony. Further prizes are not specified.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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ULTIMATE CRANBERRY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 4, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe using a minimum of ½ cup of any Ocean Spray product into one of these categories: Beverages; Snacks and Appetizers; Salads; Main dishes; Side Dishes; or Desserts and/or Baked Goods. Beverage recipes must use a minimum of 1 ½ ounces of any Ocean Spray product. Ingredients should consist of everyday kitchen ingredients.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $10,000, and a 3 day/2 night trip to attend the Ocean Spray Bog Event VIP Party in New York City between October 18 and 20, 2010. Trip includes air transportation to New York, NY, 2-nights hotel accommodations, and $150 per day stipend (ARV $3,000; total ARV $13,000). 3 Runners Up Prizes: $500 awarded in the form of a check.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

RICE, RICE BABY FOOD RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 5, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter an original rice-based recipe that your baby is crazy about. It must contain at least 1/2 cup cooked rice and no more than 8 ingredients.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to residents of Canada (excluding Quebec) 18 years or older.
PRIZES	Grand prize winner will receive a $500 cheque. Second prize winner will receive a $250 cheque. Third prize winner will receive a $150 cheque.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

2010 COAST DAY CRAB CAKE COOK-OFF
DEADLINE	August 6, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe for crab cakes. Blue crab meat is the only type eligible. 8 finalists will be selected to compete at Coast Day, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010, in Lewes, Delaware.
ELIGIBILITY	No residency restrictions listed, but finalists provide their own transportation to the cookoff.
PRIZES	First place: $200; Second place: $150: Third place: $100.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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CHERRY TOMATO COOKING CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 6, 2010
DESCRIPTION	In about 200 words, tell why you love cooking with tomatoes and you could be selected to compete in one of the 2 cooking contests. Finalists will be asked to create a recipe using a provided bag of secret ingredients, one of which will be NatureSweet cherry tomatoes.
PRIZES	There will be cookoffs in 2 locations (in CA and CO). 3 finalists will participate at each location. At each location, Grand Prize Winner will receive $2,500 cash while the two runners up will each receive $250 store credit vouchers. Transportation to cook-offs does not seem to be offered.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

COOKING FROM SCRATCH - SUMMER'S BEST RECIPES CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 7, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your best made from scratch summer recipes in the following three categories: Entrée, Salad and Dessert.
ELIGIBILITY	18 or older and a US citizen.
PRIZES	3 winners (1/category): $150 gift certificate to Holiday Market in Royal Oak along with a $100 gift certificate to the Mirepoix Cooking School, valid for one year from date of receivership.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 3
DEADLINE	August 8, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning August 2, submit an original recipe for an Entrée with the theme "Make to Impress". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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TONY CHACHERE'S TAILGATING COOKOFF
DEADLINE	August 8, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Your entry must include a Tony Chachere’s product in the ingredients, and must incorporate a theme that celebrates one of the teams in the Southeastern Conference.
ELIGIBILITY	Void outside of FL, TX, AL, MS, GA, NC, SC, TN, AR, VA, WV, KY, LA, 18 years of age or older as of the date of entry.
PRIZES	3 Cookoff Champions will receive two tickets to the LSU/Ole Miss game, parking pass, and hotel accommodations valued at $200 per Cookoff Champion prize. Grand Prize: winner will receive a supply of Tony Chachere’s cooking accessories valued at $1000 and a tailgating package valued at $250.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

MISSION MENUS CHALLENGE RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 9, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit an original recipe for a main dish/entrée item utilizing Mission Flour Tortillas as an ingredient. Recipe must be able to serve a family of 5 persons (2 adults, 3 minors) with an ingredient cost of $25.00 or less.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C., 18 years of age or older. No professional actors or chefs.
PRIZES	5 Finalists: trip for finalist and guest to Los Angeles, CA area September 8-11, 2010; includes airfare, ground transport, lodging, and food stipend. Finalists will compete in cookoff September 10. Grand Prize: Winner’s choice of GE kitchen appliances (not to exceed $10000, including delivery costs).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

STING-KILL® "BBQ RECIPE SUBMISSION CONTEST"
DEADLINE	August 12, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your original BBQ recipe or technique, along with up to an 1000-character description of interesting facts about your submission.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C., 18 years of age or older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: an Ole Hickory Pits Commercial BBQ Smoker (ARV $5,000).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

AUNT NELLIE’S® BEETS RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 13, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe using one or more of 5 different Aunt Nellie's® beet products. There are 3 categories: Beverages/Smoothies; EveryDay Quick; and Special.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C., 18 years of age or older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $ 2,500; 3 First Prizes 1/category) $ 1,000; 3 Second Prizes 1/category): $ 500; 5 Honorable Mentions: 1 case Aunt Nellie’s® Vegetables (12 jars).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

COOKING LIGHT "CASTING CALL" CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 14, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a 3-minute video audition, from prep to plate, of yourself conducting a cooking demonstration of a healthy, original recipe that you have created. Also submit an original essay (up to 250 words) about your culinary interests, background and why you should be named the Cooking Light “Healthy Chef of the Year”.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the 50 states and DC (excludes PR), 21 years of age or older. Anyone paid to cook for a living is not eligible.
PRIZES	4 finalists receive a 3-day/2-night trip to Atlanta, Georgia to participate in a cook-off. Includes airfare, ground transportation to hotel and event, accomodations and meals (ARV $1100 each). Grand Prize: winner named Cooking Light’s Healthy Chef of the Year and receive a Prize Package Valued at $10,000, with a $7,000 Gift Card for a Kitchen Makeover and a $3,000 Gift Card for a 1 year supply of groceries, and may become a regular contributor to Cooking Light Magazine and cookinglight.com. Each of the remaining 3 finalists will receive a $500 Gift Card.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

TEA RECIPE COMPETITION
DEADLINE	August 14, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit a recipe using Kenyan tea.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to all Kenyan citizens. Divided into these categories: Housewives, Professional Chefs, Students, Bachelors, Single Ladies.
PRIZES	In each category these prizes will be awarded: 1st Place- A fridge-Ramtons 2nd Place- A cooker-universal 3rd Place – A tea cappuccino machine 4th- 10th Place- shopping voucher worth Kshs.5000- Nakumatt 11th -20th Place- Tea Board of Kenya hamper
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

THE BALANCING ACT'S CHICKEN OF THE SEA SUPERCOOK CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe using a Chicken of the Sea product; an essay (no more than 400 words) describing why you are a Super Cook who can turn simple Chicken of the Sea dishes into super meals that are healthy, nutritious and convenient; and a photo of yourself.
ELIGIBILITY	Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States and DC who are 18 years of age or older. Professional actors excluded.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $10,000 cash; winner’s name and winning recipe featured on a Chicken of the Sea product; winner will appear on The Balancing Act Television show; winner and guest receive 2 night trip to Pompano Beach, Florida, for taping of Chicken of the Sea SuperCook Show Appearance (includes transportation and lodging). First Prize: $2500 and winner’s name and winning recipe featured on a Chicken of the Sea product. Second Prize: $2500. Third Prize: $2500.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

DOLE® "ALL AMERICAN RECIPE CONTEST"
DEADLINE	August 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter an original recipe in one or more of three categories: Breakfast, Salad and Entrée. Recipes must use a minimum of 1 cup of one DOLE® Fruit from the list in the rules and must use no more than 10 readily available ingredients to create a nutritious recipe.
ELIGIBILITY	Open only to legal residents of MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, or DC, 18 years or older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $1,000 worth of Wegmans groceries awarded in the form of a Wegmans gift card. . 3 First Place Prizes :1 year's worth of DOLE products awarded in the form of coupons for free DOLE product. AVR $450.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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ARCHWAY® COOKIES SWEET SUMMER TREATS ONLINE RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Use at least one Archway® Cookie along with other ingredients to create your submission. There are 3 categories: Dessert with ice cream, Non-ice cream dessert, and Non-dessert creation.
PRIZES	The Grand Prize Winner in each Category will receive a $250 VISA® Gift Card.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 4
DEADLINE	August 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning August 9, submit an original recipe for a Dessert with the theme "Anything Goes". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

ATLANTA MAGAZINE'S SUMMER BBQ READER RECIPE CHALLENGE
DEADLINE	August 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your most delicious or ingenious BBQ recipe (sides welcome) and a photo.
PRIZES	Winner receives: One Large Big Green Egg, One Large Nest, One Ash Tool, One Grill Gripper, One Box of Fire Starters, and a 20 lb. bag of Charcoal (total ARV $925).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

MIXING BOWL QUICK & EASY OUTDOOR SNACK CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Upload one or more of your best original quick and easy outdoor snack recipe(s) using Kellogg’s® Rice Krispies® cereal. Include corresponding photo(s) of the prepared dish.
PRIZES	The grand prize winner will receive a $250 check.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

PAMELA'S 2010 GREATEST GLUTEN-FREE RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 16, 2010
DESCRIPTION	This year's them is the world of small plates, finger food and bite sized delights. Enter a gluten-free recipe for one of these that uses at least one Pamela's Products brand product as an ingredient.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the United States (excluding PR and U.S. territories and possessions) age 18 or older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize winner will win a $200 gift certificate to a kitchen supply store of Pamela’s Products choosing. Each Runner Up will win a $100 gift certificate to a kitchen supply store of Pamela’s Products choosing. Qualified entrants will receive a free gift item to be decided by Pamela’s Products.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

GIANT FOOD® & PHILLIPS SEAFOOD ULTIMATE CRAB CHALLENGE
DEADLINE	August 16, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe using one pound of Crab Meat as the main ingredient. Preparation time (including cooking time) must be 30 minutes or less. 3 finalists will compete in a cook-off at the Maryland Seafood Festival on September 11, 2010. Finalists must provide their own transportation and cooking equipment.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the United States (excluding PR and U.S. territories and possessions) age 18 or older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $1000 cash & Recipe to be featured on Phillips Harborplace menu. 2 Finalists each receive an $100 gift card to Giant Food® & $100 gift card to Phillips Seafood Restaurants.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules. (Scroll down).

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"STRUT YOUR DUCK" VIDEO RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 20, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Starting July 1, enter a video up to 4 minutes long that features a recipe for a Maple Leaf duck product.
PRIZES	Grand Prize - $4,000, plus free Maple Leaf Farms duck products for a year. First Runner-Up Prize - $2,500; Second Runner-Up Prize - $1,000.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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31st ANNUAL NATIONAL OYSTER COOK-OFF CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 22, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your original oyster recipe that can be prepped and cooked in 1 hour or less. Use at least 1 pint of oysters or 1 dozen fresh oysters in the shell. 3 categories: Hors d'oeuvres, Soups & Stews, and Main Dishes.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to everyone, but please note that finalists are responsible for their own transportation to St. Mary's County, MD, for the cook-off October 16, 2010.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $1,300 ($1000 + $300 1st place division prize). Division Prizes (1 each/category) 1st Place: $300, 2nd Place: $200, 3rd Place: $150 . Transportation to the cook-off is not provided, but one night accomodations is supplied.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 5
DEADLINE	August 22, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning August 16, submit an original recipe for a Side Dish with the theme "International/American Regional". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

2010 SPAM® DISH THIS! RECIPE EXCHANGE PP3 "PASTA MEAL MAKEOVER"
DEADLINE	August 24, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Upload your unique recipe that demonstrates how you spice up your pasta with Spam.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $1000 American Express Gift Card. First 500 entries posted: once your original submitted recipe has been approved for posting, you will receive an e-mail containing a promotion code good for a free SPAM® T-shirt.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS PRIZE TESTED RECIPES® CONTEST: NUT DESSERTS
DEADLINE	August 24, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your imaginative original dessert recipes featuring nuts.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal U.S. residents, 14 or older.
PRIZES	One winner will receive a $500 check.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS PRIZE TESTED RECIPES® CONTEST: NEW WAYS WITH SAUSAGE
DEADLINE	August 24, 2010
DESCRIPTION	How do you incorporate sausage into a recipe? Enter your recipes featuring new ways to sausage — any type is eligible.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal U.S. residents, 14 or older.
PRIZES	One winner will receive a $500 check.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

IT'S ALL IN THE ONION CHALLENGE # 3: TAILGATE RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 27, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Oso Sweet® Onions wants to have your creative recipes serving 6 persons, using their onions as a major ingredient. There will be 4 challenges. The theme of this one is "Tailgate Recipe Contest," and it opens May 24.
PRIZES	Weekly winner: Oso Sweet® Gift Basket. Recipe category winners (1/challenge): $500. Grand Prize Winner (chosen from recipe category winners): $2500.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

MY KITCHEN VAULT SUMMER RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 27, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Join the site, and enter your favorite original recipe(s). Winner is chosen on visits, user ratings, and content. Videos and photos get extra points. Site is fairly new, so there are not many entries yet!
PRIZES	Winner will receive $200.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

CABOT CHEESE FEEL GOOD FAMILY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 27, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Create a healthful, family-friendly recipe using at least one of Cabot’s Reduced Fat Cheeses. You can even print a coupon for purchasing the cheese!
ELIGIBILITY	Entrants must be a Health Professional 18 years and older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize includes a Alexandrite & Diamond ring as well as a 3 night and 4 day getway for two at Stoweflake Spa and Mountain Resort, subject to availability, plus one 50 minute spa-treatment per person at the celebrated Spa at Stoweflake. 3 First Prize winners: $200 cash plus a $60 Gift box. 3 Second Prize winners: $60 Cabot gift box.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

2010 'WHAT'S FOR DINNER' BEEF COOK-OFF
DEADLINE	August 27, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your original beef recipe that promotes nutritional balance, is loved by kids and has an all-around family appeal. Include one of the 29 lean cuts of beef listed in the rules, and no more than 8 ingredients (not including water, plain salt, or pepper). Must be prepared and cooked in 45 minutes or less (not including marinating time).
ELIGIBILITY	18 years of age or older and a resident of the state of Nebraska.
PRIZES	5 Finalists will prepare their recipe in Omaha at River City Roundup on Saturday afternoon, September 25, 2010 on the "What’s For Dinner Cooking Stage" at the Qwest Center. Grand Prize winner will receive the kitchen appliances used on the "What’s for Dinner Cooking Stage"; includes refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and microwave. 2nd place — $300; 3rd place — $200; 4th place — $100 and 5th place — $50. No travel expenses covered.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

EMBASSY SUITES HOTELS® MYOMELET.COM BREAKFAST IN BED RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 28, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your best recipes for making a special breakfast in bed for someone you love. No flambés!
PRIZES	Grand prize winner will receive an ensemble from the new Embassy Essentials™ bedding collection. Choice of color and size. Second prize winner will receive a $100 credit toward purchases on EmbassySuitesAtHome.com. Third prize winner will receive a $50 credit toward purchases on EmbassySuitesAtHome.com.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 6
DEADLINE	August 29, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning August 23, submit an original recipe for a Appetizer with the theme "Make to Impress". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

THE KIDS COOK MONDAY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 29, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your kid-friendly recipes. Recipes need not be meatless, but they should be healthy.
PRIZES	Five winners will each receive a Foodista apron, and their recipes will be featured on the site.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

MISS MERINGUE RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your favorite recipe any tub(s) or bag(s) of Miss Meringue Cookies (Minis or Classiques) as an ingredient, not a garnish or topping.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: A trip for two to Paris, France. Package accommodations include airfare for two (Approximate Value $5,000) or a $5,000 American Express Card. Transportation to and from the airport, hotel accommodations, meals and expenses are the sole responsibility of the contest winner. First Prize: (1) 32GB iPOD Touch (ARV $299). 2nd Prize: (1) “The French Cookie Book” by Bruce Healy (ARV $59). The first 100 people to submit a recipe will receive a free tub or bag of Miss Meringue cookies.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

SPAM® COOK OF THE YEAR
DEADLINE	August 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Develop your very own SPAM® recipes and upload, together with a picture, via the SPAM™ Fan Club (You must register in order to view this page). Finalists from each region will participate in a cook-off.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to cooks from these regions: Scotland, North East, North West, The Midlands/Anglia, South East, South West and Wales.
PRIZES	Winner: a 2 night stay for 2 including dinner, breakfast and a spa treatment courtesy of Oxford Hotels and Inns, and the winning recipe will inspire a dish on one of the hotel's menus. 2 Runners Up : a 1 night stay for 2 and breakfast (each), courtesy of Oxford Hotels and Inns.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

CUISINART'S "CULINARY COOK-OFF VIDEO RECIPE" CONTEST — PERIOD 5
DEADLINE	August 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit a video no longer than 10 minutes, starring you using a Cuisinart product. You can tape a product testimonial, produce a commercial, record an instructional video on how-to best use your cuisinart, go step-by-step through your favorite recipe, or create a "mockumentary". There are six different entry periods, each judged separately. This is the fifth period.
PRIZES	The winner in each contest period will receive 5 different Cuisinart products of their liking.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

RECIPE4LIVING: THE JUICIEST BURGER RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your recipe for a juicy burger...remember not all burgers contain beef! Recipes with photos get special consideration.
PRIZES	One Prize: a Nordic Ware Burger Bites Grill Pan.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

TRIED-AND-TESTED-RECIPES.COM 2010 SUMMER RECIPE COMPETITION
DEADLINE	August 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your summer snack, BBQ, main course or dessert recipe.
ELIGIBILITY	Worldwide.
PRIZES	Grand prize is $50 (US) worth of Amazon.com gift certificates and the winner gets to have his or her very own special "feature" page on the sponsor's site.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

"WHAT DOES A VLASIC® DO FOR YOU?" CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	In 100 words or less, share what your favorite kind of Vlasic® pickle is and describe how you use it to zest up a dish. Photo is optional but may increase your chances of winning,
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $1,000 cash. 10 finalists will each receive $100 cash.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

KRAFT: CHEEZ WHIZ CHALLENGE PROMOTION
DEADLINE	August 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your favorite original recipe containing Cheez Whiz.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to all residents of Canada who have reached the age of majority in the province in which they reside by June 22, 2010.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: Frigidaire Silver Mist Kitchen Appliances consisting of the following: Free Standing Self Cleaning Range; 18 CF Fridge; Built-in Dishwasher; Over the Range Microwave (total ARV $2500 CAN).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

TURN UP THE HEAT SUMMER CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Create a video, no longer than 3 minutes, that showcases how you “wow” the crowds behind the grill with your boldest and most flavorful grilled recipe and St. Francis wine pairing.
ELIGIBILITY	Open only to individuals who are legal residents of the 50 United States DC (except the States of AL, CA, IN, MD, MI, MN, MT, TN, UT, VT, WV), who are 21 years of age or older.
PRIZES	1st prize – Trip for 2 to Sonoma County with VIP visit to St. Francis Winery & Vineyards. (ARV $2,000), Prize consists of: air transportation for two between San Francisco, CA and major airport in U.S. nearest winner’s home, 2 nights' accommodations at the 5 star Sonoma Mission Inn and 1 day VIP experience at St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, transfers between winery and hotel, and private tour and winery experience. 1st Prize travel must occur by October 1, 2011. 2nd prize – Weber Baby Q Grill, Elizabeth Karmel BBQ-to-go Kit, $50 St. Francis gift card (ARV $500.) 3rd prize – Trio of Elizabeth Karmel signed cookbooks, Elizabeth Karmel BBQ-to-go Kit, $50 St. Francis gift card (ARV $350.) 4 Honorable Mention Prizes: St. Francis Party Kit - $25 St. Francis gift card, St. Francis Port Chocolates, Wine Topics to Go Cards, St. Francis Corkscrew (Appox. retail value: $200)
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

DREAM DINNERS RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	August 31, 2010 (Postal mail only)
DESCRIPTION	Submit a recipe for an entreé in one of the following categories: Steak, six 4 oz. top sirloin; Chicken breast, six 4 oz boneless pieces; Pasta, (spaghetti, fettuccini, penne, bow tie or lasagna) that fits 9 x13, 2” deep pan.
ELIGIBILITY	Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States who are 18 or older as of date of entry. You do not need to be a member of Dream Dinners.
PRIZES	3 Prize Winners (1/category): One Dream Dinners gift certificate with a retail value of $500. Their recipes will be used by Sponsor as a Monthly Dinner Feature, with full credit to winners.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

SEPTEMBER 2010

COOK'S COUNTRY LOST RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your great family heirloom recipes that have been handed down through the generations. Recipes for any course are welcome. Include a essay (up to 250 words) about the history and/or importance of the recipe to your family.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $25,000. 4 additional winners will each receive $1,000. All winners will be profiled in Cook’s Country magazine. The very best of all the recipes and stories will be published in a forthcoming book in Fall 2011.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules. (Scroll down).

DEAN FOODS MILKSHAKE RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your original recipe for a milkshake, including garnishes. Photos may be uploaded as well. Several Dean Foods Dairies are participating in this contest.
PRIZES	1 Grand Prize: $10,000 Visa gift card. 1 First Prize: $4,000 Visa gift card. 1 Second Prize: $1,000 Visa gift card.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

BUY THE SOUTH'S BEST FOODS RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe that includes a product from one of these featured brands: Anne’s® Dumplings, Dromedary® Pimientos, House-Autry®, Texas Pete®, Patterson’s®, Moore’s Marinades, or Margaret Holmes® products.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $500.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

SALAD A DAY ONLINE RECIPE CONTEST: FRESH & FRUITY SALADS
DEADLINE	September 4, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your best salad recipe that uses retail salad dressing as an ingredient and also includes fresh, frozen or canned fruit. The theme of the contest is Fresh & Fruity Salads. Don't be too exotic — family appeal is important.
PRIZES	Winner will receive $500.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 7
DEADLINE	September 5, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning August 30, submit an original recipe for an Entrée with the theme "Anything Goes". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

HOLDTHETOAST 2010 RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 5, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit recipes that are low carb and do not contain hydrogenated oils.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: mixed case of Zevia; runner up prizes of a six-pack of Zevia.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

TASTE OF ARCHSTONE VIDEO CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 5, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Create a 2 minute (maximum) video of yourself demonstrating a original recipe that incorporates a local ingredient. Include "Taste of Archstone" in the title, and the Archstone community name where you live, or have visited, in the description.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to residents of the 50 United States and DC, age 21 years or older.
PRIZES	Grand prize: winner's choice or either a trip for two to Napa Valley or $4500 in cash. Trip for two to Napa Valley consists of: airfare to San Francisco, CA; Limo ride to/from Chanric Inn in Calistoga, CA; wine gift basket upon arrival from GiftTree.com; the Hot Air Balloon Package at the Chanric Inn, consisting of 3 nights lodging, a hot air balloon ride for two, a couple’s massage, 1 bottle of champagne, a daily 3-course brunch for 2 and complimentary Napa Valley wine and beverages; a Culinary Institute of America “Favorites” course for 2 at the St. Helena Institute; dinner for 2 at the Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant (not to exceed $200); and a $500 Visa gift card (total ARV $4,500).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

2010 MEZZETTA MAKE THAT SANDWICH™ CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 6, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit a sandwich recipe using at least two of the following products: Mezzetta® Brand (specialty peppers, olives and gourmet foods), Mezzetta® Deli-Sliced (sliced specialty peppers), Napa Valley Bistro® (specialty pasta sauces and olives) or Kona Coast® (teriyaki and BBQ sauces). Recipes may be submitted in three categories: Cold Sandwich, Hot Sandwich or Vegetarian Sandwich. All sandwiches must be served on some type of bread product.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to residents of the United States and Canada, age 18 years or older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: cash prize of $25,000 plus trip to Napa Valley (ARV of trip is $2500). 2 finalists: $1,000.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

TEXAS CO-OP POWER 6th ANNUAL HOLIDAY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 10, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your best original holiday recipes that contain pecans.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of Texas who belong to an electric co-op. If a winner is under 18, parents must sign the statement of eligibility and release of liability.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $3,000. 4 Runner-up prizes: $500 each.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

UTAH'S OWN ULTIMATE RECIPE ROUND-UP
DEADLINE	September 11, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Register your entry containing at least 3 Utah's Own products. Then bring your prepared dish to one of the 8 qualifying events for first-round judging. Dates are July 10, 17, and 31; August 7, 14, 21, and 28; and September 11; see site for locations. First Place winner from each event will move on to the finals at the Utah State Fair September 17.
ELIGIBILITY	US residents living in TSA area of stations KODJ-FM, KOSY-FM, KJMY- FM, KNRS- FM (Utah).
PRIZES	At each event: 1st: $100, 2nd: $75, 3rd: $50. Grand Prize: 7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruise on the Sapphire Princess departing November 27th or December 4th or 11th – based on availability on an inside cabin. Includes roundtrip airfare for 2 from SLC to LA. Grand prize also includes a $300 Visa gift card, $300 participating ARS or Fresh Market gift card and BBQ grill from GYGI (total prize ARV $3,500). 2nd Place Prize: Mixer, $200 participating ARS or Fresh Market gift card, Cooking Classes provided by GYGI and (1) weekend stay at the Hotel Monaco in SLC (ARV $1090). 3rd Place Prize: Fondue Pot, $100 participating ARS or Fresh Market gift card, Cooking Classes provided by GYGI and an overnight stay at the Hotel Monaco in SLC (ARV $540).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 8
DEADLINE	September 12, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning September 6, submit an original recipe for a Dessert with the theme "Time Crunch". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

KIMBENSEN.COM SUMMER 2010 LIGHTEN UP™ RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 12, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe for a snack or appetizer that is nutritionally "light" according to calories and fat per serving. This is the third of 4 quarterly contests with separate prizes and a yearly grand prize. (Note: rules have not been fully updated with current contest dates.)
PRIZES	Each Quarter: 1st Place: $100 gift certificate to the kimbensen.com online store; honorable mention in Kim's eNews and 1 or more of our cookbooks; a feature on our Premium Site and 6 months free Premium Membership. 2nd Place: $50 gift certificate to kimbensen.com online store; honorable mention in Kim's eNews and 1 or more of our cookbooks; a feature on our Premium Site. 3rd Place: $25 gift certificate to kimbensen.com online store; honorable mention in Kim's eNews and 1 or more of our cookbooks; a feature on our Premium Site. 7 Honorable Mention recipes will be featured on kimbensen.com and archived as a member recipe on our Premium Site. There will be 1 Grand Prize winner chosen from the 4 quarterly contest winners at the end of the year to receive a one year paid Premium Membership, and a free six-pack of Kim’s Light Bagels® every month for 12 months.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

"GET COOKING CHARLESTON" THE CHARLESTON MAGAZINE RECIPE CONTEST & COOK-OFF
DEADLINE	September 13, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your low-country recipe using the required ingredients in one of the following categories: Appetizer: locally harvested shellfish; Entrée: S.C.- harvested or -raised pork, poultry, beef, game, or sustainable, locally harvested or raised fish; Side Dish: S.C.-grown vegetable or grain; Dessert: locally or historically significant product. Entrée and Side dish must be prepared in 30 minutes or less. 2 contestants from each category participate in the cook-of October 23, 2010.
PRIZES	Grand Prize of $500 will be awarded to the Finalist with the highest overall score.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

SUNDAE SCOOP OFF CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 13, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter an original ice cream Sundae recipe you enjoy with your family. It should feature at least 1/2 cup of Breyers Ice Cream per serving, and no more than 10 ingredients total.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: A 4-day/3-night trip for 4 to Chicago, IL, with a private cooking lesson with Gale Gand. Includes air transportation to Chicago, IL, ground transportation to/from airport/hotel and cooking lesson, hotel accomodations, the opportunity to participate in a private cooking lesson with Gale Gand, a FREE year of Breyers All-Natural Ice Cream (awarded as 16 FREE product coupons) and $10,000 awarded as a check to winner (ARV $17,500). 9 First Prizes: Super Sundae Package to include Sponsor-specified decorative bowls, ice cream scoop, non-perishable toppings, $500 awarded as a check to winner and a FREE year of Breyers All-Natural Ice Cream (in the form of 16 FREE Product coupons) (ARV $575 each).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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HEALTHY COOKING: SO BERRY DELICIOUS
DEADLINE	September 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter an original recipe for a healthy recipe featuring summer berries. Keep the sugar minimal and feature the berries' natural sweetness!
ELIGIBILITY	No age limits are mentioned in the rules.
PRIZES	Grand Prize — $600; 2nd place— $400; 3rd place — $200; runners-up — year's subscription to Healthy Cooking.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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TASTE OF HOME: SUMMER COOKOUT
DEADLINE	September 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your favorite original cookout recipes: your most creativie grilled dishes, whether entrée, side dish, or dessert.
ELIGIBILITY	No age limits are mentioned in the rules.
PRIZES	Grand Prize — $500; 2nd place— $300; 3rd place — $150; 9 Runners-up receive a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

THE CONTESSA BROWN BAG LUNCH RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Choose from any of Contessa's On the Stove Meals, MicroSteam Meals, Seafood, or Vegetables & Fruit, and create a nutritious lunch that won't get traded on the playground.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and DC, 18 years or older (19 years of age or older for residents of NE and AL).
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $250.00, awarded in the form of Sponsor-specified Contessa Premium Foods products and merchandise.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 9
DEADLINE	September 19, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning September 13, submit an original recipe for a Side Dish with the theme "Make to Impress". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

DWARF BREW 2010: RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 21, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Fantasy Brewmasters wants to produce authentic, real life, fantasy beers. They are on the hunt for the ultimate dwarven beer recipe, as described in a story found on the website. Register by the date above to participate, then send them 6 bottles of your brew between September 7 and September 21, 2010.
ELIGIBILITY	Must be a US resident (excluding PR), 21 years of age or older to participate.
PRIZES	Fantasy Brewmasters will work with the winning brewer to reproduce the recipe as closely as possible on a professional scale. If the resulting beer is brought to market and offered in a commercial setting, the winning brewer will receive a one-time royalty of $1000.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 10
DEADLINE	September 26, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning September 20, submit an original recipe for a Appetizer with the theme "Anything Goes". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

RECIPE4LIVING: FALL COBBLER RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 29, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your best fall cobbler recipe. Recipes with photos get special consideration.
PRIZES	One Prize: Sandia Cobbler Dish.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

BE HAPPY & HEALTHY® RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 30, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Create and make a recipe that contains at least one Happy & Healthy Product: Fruitfull®, Happy Indulgence®, Happy Indulgence® Decadent Dips™, Be Happy & Healthy® Snacks and/or Be Happy & Healthy® Breads. Submit with a minimum of 3 photos--ingredients, prep, and final dish. There are 5 categories.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $1,000 in cash; Best Recipe Prizes (1/each remaining category): $500 in cash; 18 Monthly Prizes: A Happy & Healthy Apron or equivalent prize.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

TENDER CHOICE® PORK RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 30, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning April 1, submit a recipe for a family supper dish including Tender Choice pork as an ingredient and making at least 4 servings.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and DC (except for residents of NY, FL and RI), 18 or older.
PRIZES	Winner will receive $1000.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

GOCHUJANG KOREAN BURGER RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	September 30, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit a burger recipe (ground protein patties on bread products) that includes Annie Chun’s Go Chu Jang Korean Sweet & Spicy Sauce. Additional condiments, toppings, sauces, spreads, and cheeses may be included.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and DC, 18 or older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: Trip for 2 to Seoul, South Korea; includes air transportation, hotel accommodations for 4 nights/5 days, and a one-day guided culinary tour through Seoul (ARV $5000). 5 First Prize winners will each receive 1 Annie Chun’s gift basket of products (ARV $40).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

ULTIMATE SALAD TOSS
DEADLINE	September 30, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe for anything that can truly be called a salad — green salad, pasta salad, potato salad, gelatin salad, you name it!
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and DC, 18 or older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize includes: Roundtrip airfare for 2 to Nashville, TN; 2 nights hotel accommodations; 2 tickets to a Grand Ole Opry performance; a cook's dream shopping spree in historic downtown Franklin, TN; and the opportunity to prepare the winning recipe with Janet at a Blue Ribbon Showcase event (ARV $1820).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

2010 HOOD NEW ENGLAND DAIRY COOK-OFF
DEADLINE	September 30, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe using 1 or more Hood dairy products. 5 Categories: Breakfast/Brunch; Lunch/Dinner (Entrée); Soups/Chowders; Appetizers/Side Dishes; Dessert.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the states of MA, ME, NH, VT, RI, and CT, 18 or older.
PRIZES	Each Finalist (4) who does not win the Grand Prize will receive $500. Grand Prize: 1 Finalist will receive a grand prize of $10,000.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

OCTOBER 2010

COUNTRY WOMAN: "HOT OFF THE GRILL"
DEADLINE	October 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your original recipe featuring anything you cook on your grill. Any course is eligible.
PRIZES	Grand Prize — $500; second place— $300; third place — $200; 5 runners-up — Free year of Country Woman for winner or a friend.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

SEARS AT HOME CHEF CHALLENGE — PERIOD 2 of 2
DEADLINE	October 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Upload to YouTube a 1 to 3 minute video with your brief biography, demonstration of preparing a favorite recipe, and description of why you should win. Don't forget to also fill out a registration form. This contest is judged on the video only. There is a second contest that has live judging.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United States and DC (excludes HI and AK), 18 or older.
PRIZES	One Grand Prize for each judging period includes: Winner's choice of 1 Kenmore Refrigerator, 1 Kenmore Range, 1 Kenmore Dishwasher and either 1 Kenmore Microwave or 1 Kenmore Hood with a combined ARV for the 4 items of up to $15,200; also a trip for Grand Prize Winner and 1 Guest to Chicago, IL to attend a Sears Semi-Finals Chef Challenge as a guest judge; and an invitation to become a featured blogger at sears.com (total ARV $18,600).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 11
DEADLINE	October 3, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning September 27, submit an original recipe for an Entrée with the theme "Time Crunch". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 12
DEADLINE	October 10, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning October 4, submit an original recipe for a Dessert with the theme "International/American Regional". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

BEST OF THE MIDWEST RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	October 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your original "Best of the Midwest" recipe in the following categories: barbecue and grilling, baking and desserts, and entrées.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of IL, IN, IA, KS, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OH, SD and WI, who are 21 years of age or older.
PRIZES	12 Finalists: round-trip transportation from Finalists' homes to Branson, MO, 2 nights hotel accommodations, $50 King Arthur Flour gift card; assortment of BBQ sauces, jams, jellies from Silver Dollar City (total ARV $720). Grand Prize: $10,000 check plus a trip for 4 to Silver Dollar City. Trip consists transportation for 4 from winner's home to Branson, MO, 4 nights' hotel accommodations, 4 one-day Silver Dollar City tickets, $300 gift card for dinner at the Candlestick Inn; assortment of BBQ sauces, jams, jellies from Silver Dollar City (total ARV $14,578).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 13
DEADLINE	October 17, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning October 11, submit an original recipe for a Side Dish with the theme "Anything Goes". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 14
DEADLINE	October 24, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning October 18, submit an original recipe for a Appetizer with the theme "Time Crunch". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

TASTE OF FALL RECIPE CONTES
DEADLINE	October 30, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe that fits the theme of "Fall Holiday," up to and including Christmas. It can be any type of recipe.
ELIGIBILITY	Not specified.
PRIZES	Grand Prize Winner: gift basket valued at $300. 1 Runner up will receive cookbooks valued at $25. Both recipes will be featured on sponsor's site.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

CUISINART'S "GET COOKING! CONTEST" — PERIOD 2
DEADLINE	October 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter an original recipe. This is the second of eleven contest periods, each judged separately. You may re-enter the recipe in later contests if it has not won.
PRIZES	The winner for each Entry Period will receive the Prize as described for that entry period (ARV $300).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

EVERYDAY COOKING WITH ANNIE'S NATURALS RECIPE VIDEO CONTEST
DEADLINE	October 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit a YouTube video of yourself preparing a recipe using any Annie's Naturals product.
PRIZES	The 100 videos with the most page views on YouTube will win their makers a Flip MinoTMvideo camera* with image of Annie’s Naturals logo and Goddess image on the camera (ARV $150).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 15
DEADLINE	October 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning October 25, submit an original recipe for an Entrée with the theme "International/American Regional". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

NOVEMBER 2010

CIA’S TOP TURKEY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	November 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter an exciting, original recipe for your leftover Thanksgiving turkey. Include written recipe, 300-word essay discussing your creation, three photos of your finished product. To win the People's Choice award you must also submit a 3-5 minute DVD segment about your recipe.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to freshmen entering the CIA (Culinary Institute of America) in 2011. Must graduate high school by June 30, 2011 and enroll at the CIA no later than December 2011.
PRIZES	$10,000 scholarship for First Place, $7,500 scholarship for Second Place, $5,000 scholarship for Third Place, $3,000 scholarships for 3 Honorable Mentions, $5,000 People's Choice Award.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

REAL WOMEN OF PHILADELPHIA RECIPE CONTEST — WEEK 16
DEADLINE	November 7, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning November 1, submit an original recipe for a Dessert with the theme "Make to Impress". All entries must include at least 2 oz. of PHILADELPHIA cream cheese (any variety), and may only include the number of ingredients allowed per theme. No videos are required for this contest; photos are welcomed but not judged. Contest lasts 16 weeks, with 5 winners weekly. One of 4 Categories and 4 themes are paired each week.
ELIGIBILITY	Men are welcome to enter this contest. Open to residents of 50 U.S. and D.C., 18 years of age and older as of July 19, 2010, except for the four winners of the 'Real Women of Philadelphia' casting competition and food professionals.
PRIZES	80 Grand Prizes (5/week): $500 cash awarded in the form of a check and winner may have his/her recipe published in a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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HEALTHY COOKING: THAT'S AMORE!
DEADLINE	November 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter an original recipe for a light and healthy Italian food.
ELIGIBILITY	No age limits are mentioned in the rules.
PRIZES	Grand Prize — $600; 2nd place— $400; 3rd place — $200; runners-up — year's subscription to Healthy Cooking.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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TASTE OF HOME: 5-INGREDIENT
DEADLINE	November 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your best fast recipes that use no more than five ingredients. You do not need to count water, salt or pepper in your five-ingredient limit.
ELIGIBILITY	No age limits are mentioned in the rules.
PRIZES	Grand Prize — $500; 2nd place— $300; 3rd place — $150; 9 Runners-up receive a cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

TASTE OF HOME COOKBOOK RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	November 30, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your favorite recipe in the category that fits it best: Slow Cooker or Casserole; Entrees; Soups, Salads and Sides; Appetizers and Snacks; 5 Ingredients; Desserts; and Cookies and Bars.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec) 18 years of age or older at the time of entry.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $25,000. 7 (1/category) winners will each receive $500 plus a selection of Taste of Home cookbooks (ARV $150; total prize ARV $650).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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MARZETTI uDIP RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	November 30, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Upload your original recipe incorporating Marzetti Caramel Dip as an ingredient.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and DC, 18 or older.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $300 Williams Sonoma Gift Card.0 4 Finalist Prizes: Marzetti Apple Dip for a year, awarded as 12 free product coupons (ARV: Up to $4.99 each coupon). The first 20,000 entries will be rewarded with a $1.00 off coupon good on Marzetti Caramel Dip.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

DECEMBER 2010

COUNTRY WOMAN: "SWEET ON CORN"
DEADLINE	December 1, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Submit your original recipe featuring corn, fresh, frozen, or canned; cornmeal and polenta recipes are also accepted. Any course is eligible.
PRIZES	Grand Prize — $500; second place— $300; third place — $200; 5 runners-up — Free year of Country Woman for winner or a friend.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

IT'S ALL IN THE ONION CHALLENGE # 4: HOLIDAY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	December 3, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Oso Sweet® Onions wants to have your creative recipes serving 6 persons, using their onions as a major ingredient. There will be 4 challenges. The theme of this one is "Holiday Recipe Contest," and it opens August 30.
PRIZES	Weekly winner: Oso Sweet® Gift Basket. Recipe category winners (1/challenge): $500. Grand Prize Winner (chosen from recipe category winners): $2500.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

CUPCAKE 101 2009-2010 ORIGINAL CUPCAKE RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	December 4, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your original recipe for cupcakes. Entries without recipes are eligible for a Third Prize.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: $100 Cooking.com gift card. First Prize: $25 Cooking.com gift card. Second Prize: $10 Cooking.com gift card. 10 Third Prizes (chosen randomly): $5 cash prize (paid by bank check).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

VILLA ROMA FRESH & NATURAL SAUSAGE RECIPE CONTEST: EASY GAME DAY PARTY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	December 30, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter your easy game day party recipe using only fresh & natural ingredients, including Villa Roma sausage.
ELIGIBILITY	Open to adults 18 years or older whose legal residence is within 60 miles of a retail store that carries Villa Roma Sausage products.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: 1 year supply of Villa Roma Fresh & Natural Sausages (1 package per week for 52 weeks); features on website and newsletter; and a Master Chef Villa Roma Apron. 3 Honorable Mention Prizes: Villa Roma Chef Apron .
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

BASS PECAN COMPANY RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	December 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Enter a recipe containing pecans as one ingredient.
PRIZES	One grand prize winner will receive a check for $1,000. Also, one recipe each week will be chosen to feature on the site, and entrant will receive a free one-pound bag of natural mammoth pecan halves.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

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BETTER RECIPES 2010 ANNUAL RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	December 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Any type of recipe may be submitted, but the recipe must be original, unpublished and may not have previously won any award or prize.
PRIZES	One grand prize winner will receive a check for $1,000 and 5 first prize winners will receive a check for $400.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

CUISINART'S "CULINARY COOK-OFF VIDEO RECIPE" CONTEST — PERIOD 6
DEADLINE	December 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Beginning September 1, submit a video no longer than 10 minutes, starring you using a Cuisinart product. You can tape a product testimonial, produce a commercial, record an instructional video on how-to best use your cuisinart, go step-by-step through your favorite recipe, or create a "mockumentary". There are six different entry periods, each judged separately. This is the sixth period.
PRIZES	The winner in each contest period will receive 5 different Cuisinart products of their liking.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

EMERIL’S SMOKER BAG RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	December 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Purchase an Emeril’s Smoker Bag (Alder, Hickory, or Mesquite) and create your own original recipe using the Smoker Bag either in the oven, in a skillet on the stovetop, on a grill or on a campfire. (Residents of CA, FL, MD, NJ, ND and VT are not required to purchase an Emeril’s Smoker Bag in order to enter this Contest.)
ELIGIBILITY	Open to legal residents of the United States and Canada.
PRIZES	Grand Prize: Cruise Coupon for cruise leaving from Miami, FL - allowing the winner to choose the cruise and the dates to suit (ARV $1,500); Dinner in Emeril’s Miami Beach Restaurant for two which will be on the night before the cruise departs (ARV $200). If won by a minor, the Prize will be awarded in the name of a parent or guardian.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

2010 FUNDCRAFT PUBLISHING HOMETOWN RECIPE CONTEST
DEADLINE	December 31, 2010
DESCRIPTION	Had a recipe included this year in a fundraising cookbook published through Fundcraft? The organization can submit up to 3 recipes from each of 7 categories from the cookbook (21 total).
ELIGIBILITY	Open to organizations or individuals publishing a fundraising cookbook with Fundcraft during 2010.
PRIZES	7 First Place Prizes (1/category): $500 awarded to sponsoring organization and $500 awarded to recipe contributor. 7 Second Place Prizes (1/category): $250 awarded to sponsoring organization, $250 awarded to recipe contributor. First and Second Place winning recipes will be photographed in full color and featured on the first and second page of the 2010 Hometown Recipe Collection Cookbook. The winners also receive a free copy of the cookbook (ARV $30), and an Award Plaque. Runners-Up in each of seven recipe categories will receive a Certificate of Merit, and inclusion in the 2010 Hometown Recipe Collection Cookbook.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

JANUARY 2011

MAD ABOUT MUSHROOMS 4th ANNUAL CONTEST
DEADLINE	January 14, 2011
DESCRIPTION	Create and enter a recipe which features mushrooms. Any type of dish is eligible: appetizer, soup, salad/vegetable, main dish, miscellaneous (perhaps even a dessert!).
PRIZES	Grand prize: a locally made Port Orford Cedar plank and a copy of the Assistance League's Beautiful Bountiful Oregon.
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
RULES & REGS	Click here for rules.

CUISINART'S "GET COOKING! CONTEST" — PERIOD 3
DEADLINE	January 31, 2011
DESCRIPTION	Enter an original recipe. This is the third of eleven contest periods, each judged separately. You may re-enter the recipe in later contests if it has not won.
PRIZES	The winner for each Entry Period will receive the Prize as described for that entry period (ARV $300).
DETAILS	Click here for contest information.
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