Thank you for the questions - what we need to see is one dish at the end. Yes, mixing bowls and multiple pots can be used in preparation. But in the end, it has to come together to serve from one dish/pot. For example, in one of my chili recipes, I braise the meat separately, but in the end, it's all combined together. That's what we're looking for. Some examples include, but are not limited to: chili, soup, stew, curry, fried rice, stroganoff, chili-mac, you get the idea.
And this is a MAIN DISH cook-off. Don't go trying to sneak in a one-pot brownie or some such other nonsense! These main dishes are going to be used to serve the diners who are also the judges. They are paying to eat and judge - so make it good! The more people we feed, the bigger the CASH PRIZES!! :-) We will couple the entries with a "monster salad" and will be selling baked goods as well.
Yes, you MAY COOK AHEAD OF TIME - in whole, or in part. If you want to cook ahead, and then bring it with you and reheat at your campsite, that is totally ok, and within the rules. We are libertarian after all - there shouldn't be too many regulations! :-) We just want to eat your cookin' !
Great questions! Now, who's in?
XOXO Edi