Former professional athlete and chef Eddie Jackson shares his Texas upbringing, culinary influences and Bobby Flay stories. This week on Food Network Obsessed, host Jaymee Sire chats with former professional athlete turned chef, Eddie Jackson. He shares how his Texas roots shaped both his love of food and football. He talks about the family members who inspired him to cook from a young age, and his journey to opening his first food truck (including preparing comfort food for football teammates in college). Eddie also shares his go-to Game Day recipes. Eddie also shares his experience competing on—and winning—Food Network Star and his relationship and memorable stories with Bobby Flay. And don’t miss Eddie’s recommendations for his favorite Texas barbecue joints at the end of the episode.

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