Smucker's Natural Peanut Butter Contest Showcases Culinary Students' Creativity

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New York's culinary students were up to the nutty challenge of incorporating peanut butter into exciting new recipes as part of Smucker's Natural Peanut Butter's Search for Naturally Delicious Recipes contest. Six finalists were chosen from the Culinary Institute of Art, the Institute of Culinary Education, and the Art Institute of New York City to compete in three categories: appetizer/side dish, entree, and dessert. The winners were awarded $1,500 each and bragging rights, with the runners-up receiving $500.

Key Takeaways:

  • The contest encouraged students to create innovative and delicious recipes using Smucker's Natural Peanut Butter, resulting in a diverse range of culinary creations.
  • The six finalists were divided into three categories, with the Grand Prize Winners being Joanna Rock (Peanut Butter Broccoli Soup), Dan Schmude (Chipotle Shrimp with Lime Rice and Mache), and Daniel Fein (Peanut Butter "Buckeye" Pie).
  • The judges, a panel of 20 New York-based food journalists, evaluated the dishes based on appearance, taste, creativity, ease of preparation, and appropriate use of Smucker's Natural Peanut Butter.
  • The contest exemplifies The J.M. Smucker Company's commitment to supporting the culinary arts and fostering creativity in emerging chefs.
  • The J.M. Smucker Company has been family-run for four generations and is headquartered in Orrville, Ohio, with over 2,700 employees worldwide and products distributed in more than 45 countries.

Statistics:

  • Three Grand Prize Winners were awarded $1,500 each, while six finalists received prizes totaling $4,500.
  • 20 New York-based food journalists served as judges for the contest.
  • The Institute of Culinary Education and the Culinary Institute of America were represented by multiple finalists in the contest.
  • Competing in the contest was a way for students from the Art Institute to showcase their culinary skills and compete with students from other esteemed culinary institutions.

Sources:

  • "Smucker's Natural Peanut Butter's Search for Naturally Delicious Recipes" contest.
  • New York-based food journalists (unnamed in the source material).
  • The J.M. Smucker Company's website (http://www.smuckers.com/).
  • Hannah Baysden of Cohn & Wolfe (+1-212-798-9813 for The J.M. Smucker Company) was contacted for further information.