The contestants are introduced to special culinary guest judge Edward Lee, who reveals the third Mystery Box challenge. Contestants lift their boxes only to find a $20 bill. They will each have 5 minutes to shop for ingredients priced in the pantry without spending more than $20. Then they will have 45 minutes to prepare four entree dishes to present to the judges. Not only will the winner and the winner's dish be featured in Family Circle magazine, but they will also avoid having to participate in the elimination challenge.

Masterchef (US) Season 7 Episodes...

• s07e01 - Battle for a White Apron, Part 1
• s07e02 - Battle for a White Apron, Part 2
• s07e03 - Wolfgang Puck
• s07e04 - A MasterChef Wedding
• s07e05 - A Mexican Mystery
• s07e06 - Gordon Ramsay Masterclass
• s07e07 - Vets, Jets, and Home Cooks
• s07e08 - The Good, The Bad, and The Offal
• s07e09 - A Piece of Cake
• s07e10 - The Weakest Links
• s07e11 - Sweet Surprise
• s07e12 - 5 Star Food
• s07e13 - Hot Potato
• s07e14 - Tag Team
• s07e15 - Pop-Up Restaurant
• s07e16 - Family Drama
• s07e17 - Critics Choice
• s07e18 - The Finale (1)
• s07e19 - The Finale (2)

Masterchef (US) Show Summary

MasterChef is based on the British BBC series MasterChef. The competition takes place in the MasterChef soundstage located in Los Angeles, CA which includes a large kitchen area with several cooking stations which is overlooked by a balcony, a well-stocked pantry, a freezer/fridge area and a fine-dining restaurant/seating dining area room used for certain challenges.

"MasterChef" is a show that celebrates great people who make great food. The show will give contestants the opportunity to develop their cooking skills while being encouraged, mentored and celebrated by the industry's best!