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Episode 18
Episode 18 of 25
It is the first semi-final, and the nine remaining contestants must cook a dish which showcases their favourite ingredient. Afterwards, one will be going home.
It is the first of the semi-finals, and the nine remaining cooks face just one test to keep them in the competition. They have 90 minutes to cook a dish which showcases their favourite ingredient, with choices ranging from lamb to cauliflower and seaweed. For one of the contestants, the dream will be over.
Last on
Tue 16 May 201700:15
BBC Two except Wales
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00:27Bastille
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Judge | John Torode |
| Judge | Gregg Wallace |
| Editor | David Ambler |
| Series Producer | Katie Attwood |
| Director | David Crerar |
| Editor | Dan Jobar |
| Production Manager | Jane Pelling |
| Production Company | Shine TV |
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