Episode 10 of Celebrity MasterChef is traditionally where the friendly cooking contest turns into a full-blown pressure cooker, and this year’s quarter-final did not disappoint. After weeks of immunity pins, laughter, and the occasional burnt cake, the judges—Gregg Wallace, John Torode, and this season’s guest mentor—finally unsheathed their claws.

The standout here was , who calmly produced silky, golden pasta and a ragù that had John Torode closing his eyes in slow-motion approval. Conversely, pop star Lexi served a dish that Gregg described as “a bit of a muddle, love” — the polite kiss of death on this show.

Every year, the mass catering challenge separates the hobbyists from the potential champions. This time, it was a 100-cover charity lunch for paramedics. The twist? No recipes, no prep lists, and a malfunctioning oven on the red team.

Here’s a review of Celebrity MasterChef Episode 10, written as if for a blog or recap column. Spoilers ahead, obviously.