Things heat up in week three! First, the home cooks showcase freshly made bread, followed by a dozen of their tastiest fruity treats for the annual Great American Recipe bake sale. Who will rise to the challenge?

It's the second week of competition on The Great American Recipe, and the eight home cooks are back in the barn for two more rounds of cooking. In the first round, they'll be asked to create a dish that shows support for someone in a time of need or celebration. In the second round, it's holiday time as the cooks prepare their favorite holiday recipes for the judges.

The Great American Recipe is back with eight of the best home cooks from across the country gathering in the barn to share their most treasured recipes. First, they have 60 minutes to introduce themselves to the judges with a recipe that represents their perfect meal. Then, the home cooks will have 60 minutes to prepare a dish that represents the region of the United States that they call home.