MasterChef Australias Tracy Collins has defended Laura Sharrad , who has received viewer criticism for repeatedly cooking pasta on the reality show, though not much feedback from the judges for focusing on one type of cuisine.

According to Tracy, all contestants are known for their specialties, and it would be weird if her co-star tried to cook predominantly Southeast Asian or Indian food.

Yes, shes now got a pasta restaurant. At the end of the day, were all there to highlight our businesses, our life and [be] reflective of that, Tracy told HuffPost Australia on Monday.