In the series opener, four chefs must use octopus, duck and animal crackers to make an extraordinary three-course meal in three rounds of competition. A panel of culinary experts determines which chef's dishes deserve the $10,000 prize. Hosted by Ted Allen.

Featured ingredients include tofu, blueberries and oysters.

The chefs must work with avocado, cantaloupe, pecans, bran flakes and brioche bread.

The chefs must work with yucca, watermelon and tortillas in three rounds of competition.

Macaroni-and-cheese, cola and bacon are among the featured ingredients.

The chefs must use salty vegetables in their appetizers, Thai chilis in their entrées, and Mexican ingredients in their desserts. Judges: Alex Guarnaschelli; Chris Santos; and Marc Murphy