KEN SWARNER: I WAS A JUDGE >>>

Budding bakers, canners and the like may have a large fan base at home, but how do you stack up to the local competition?

This week I delved into the world of fairground culinary competitions and met a few long-term winners. But it’s not too late for you to enter your classic salsa recipe. The Salsa Showdown is tonight â€" turn in your sample between 5 and 7 p.m. The judging starts at 7:30 p.m. The grand prize is $100, while second place takes home $50 and third place gets $25. No pre-registration is required. No meat in salsa, place in a half-pint canning jar, only fresh products acceptable.

For more information, check out teh Fair's Web Site â€" and good luck.

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