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One Pan Dishes Win State Fair Awards
Joyce Larson of New Market won first place and a $50 cash award in the 9x13 Versatility contest judged Saturday, August 10, at the 2024 Iowa State Fair.
Roger Baker of Ankeny claimed second place and Dawn Shaw of Pella earned third place.
Contestants were challenged to create an award-winning dish that is made in a 9 by 13 pan.
Entries were judged on taste and presentation.
The Iowa State Fair Food Department is the largest of any state fair in the country. There were 140 divisions, 726 classes and over 6,400 entries at this year’s Fair. Food Department judging is held in the Elwell Family Food Center.