Susur doesn't care for following a recipe.

The cheftestants square off in pairs.

Susur races against the clock to finish his dish after the challenge takes a surprising turn.

Jonathan feels at ease in the kitchen.

The cheftestants wait to hear the results of the challenge.

James Oseland prepares for the tasting.

Jonathan wonders what the rest of the day has in store.

The cheftestants catch a quick breather after an intense challenge.

Kelly has a fun announcement for the cheftestants.

The Groundlings are an improvisational comedy group in LA -- famous former members include Will Ferrell, Kathy Griffin, Conan O'Brien and many more.

Finally a moment to kick back and relax!

The cheftestants realize that this isn't just going to be a normal night on the town.

The Groundlings help create the Elimination Challenge's dishes with an improvisational game.

Can Marcus keep his ambitious dish under budget?

Jonathan wrestles with what ingredients to include in his recipe.

Rick breezes through the store with confidence and looks forward to returning to the kitchen.

Susur finds a way to shop with style.

Rick and Jonathan's friendship goes way back.

Rick sets to work right away -- he can't afford to waste any time.

Marcus aims to please with his dish.

Jonathan and Marcus begin prep work.

The cheftestants, now friends, enjoy working side-by-side.

Rick gives special attention to his pork loins.

While Jonathan sorts through his groceries, Marcus prepares to cook his salmon.

Marcus is nervous about what to include in his dish - and how to present it.

As a former trombone player, Jonathan loves to improvise -- whether on stage or in the kitchen!

Susur wants to inject humor into his dish.

The Groundlings join the judges for the elimination tasting.

The Groundlings spice up the evening with their unique brand of humor.

Bon appétit!

Time to face elimination.

Ravishing, as always

The cheftestants' fate lies in the judges' hands.

The judges deliberate.