So, what's an original recipe?

A recipe will be defined as original if it has three significant changes in ingredients or preparation steps from a previously published recipe. 

The original recipes must be developed for a main course and take no longer than one hour to prepare, cook and serve. The must be created by the entrant and not previously been published nor won a prize or award.

All ingredients must be listed, together with exact flavours/measurements/weights (in standard metric measurements).

Complete preparation instructions must be given including specific types and sizes of any cooking equipment used.

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