Bailey is a U.S. Navy veteran and has worked for the Lafayette Fire Department for years. He also makes “Captain Coby,” a line of Cajun seasoning.
He leaned on his Louisiana roots throughout the show to impress the judges.
“I’m glad I won it for Louisiana,” Bailey said after winning the competition.
“The Great American Recipe” features home chefs from across the country and explores the way their backgrounds impact their recipes and cooking styles.
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