MasterChef USA Kicks Off and Gordon Ramsay's Tips for Success Michael 28 July, 2010 - 9:52 AM

Just as it wraps up here, Masterchef has kicked off for the first time in the US.

The host for the American version is the one and only Gordon Ramsay who gave the following five tips for MasterChef success in the US TV Guide:

1. Cook with amore! "What we're really looking for is someone with an overwhelming passion for food," says Ramsay. "That's the main ingredient!"
2. Get creative. "In one challenge, I'll ask the contestants to make a stunning dish using just one egg. Only the most creative contestants will survive."
3. Know your pantry. "A Master Chef needs to have the most amazing palate and food knowledge. They must be able to identify ingredients by taste, smell and sight in order to truly master them."
4. Simplicity rules. "Many contestants tried to serve complex, pretentious dishes that just ended up being a bloody mess. The key is to keep it simple, fresh and delicious."
5. Keep it real. "A Master Chef will always be true to his own culinary roots, authenticity is key. We judges will often push contestants out of their own cooking comfort zones to learn about other cuisines and flavours. But without a doubt, the best dishes are always the ones that come straight from the heart."

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