Chopped - O Desafio

Martha Stewart is calling the shots.

Cornish hen entrees.

The chefs have to switch stations.

There's only one spot in this round.

The chefs find footwear in the basket.

The chefs are thrown off by the combination of beer-battered seafood and a bizarre bouquet of pickles in the first basket; the second basket fails the smell test with a stinky surprise inside.[Food Network]

Four competitors attempt to advance to the grand finale.

The chefs' burger-themed battle.

The chefs attempt a mac and cheese inspired brunch item.

Maniacal Baskets tournament.

The competitors brace for ingredients.

The competitors find spaghetti and meatballs in an unusual form in the entree basket.

Some sticky beans and a peculiar salad are shockers.

Four champions return to battle for the $25,000 prize.

The ingredient baskets in this battle are inspired by peanut butter and jelly; a sweet surprise in the second basket must find its way onto chicken entree plates.[Food Network]

Alton Brown and his fans curate baskets.

Alton Maniacal Baskets tournament.