Sullivan University student Kara Schnaus wins Creekstone Farms burger competition at Taste of Derby

On Thursday, May 5 at the second annual Taste of Derby, three Sullivan University students participated in a burger competition sponsored by Creekstone Farms. Chef judges Bobby Flay, Kent Rathbun and Jo-Jo Doyle awarded Kara Schnaus the $5,000 scholarship prize for her Kara’s B-5 Burger. The original recipe featured Creekstone Farms Black Angus ground chuck seasoned with garlic and jalapeño, spicy mayonnaise, caramelized onions and Swiss cheese served on an onion poppy seed bun.

Celebrity chef judge Bobby Flay and Sullivan University student Kara Schnaus

The three contestants were given a pantry of items and 30 minutes during the Taste of Derby celebration to create their signature burgers. The winning recipe is available upon request.  

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