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Lynn Wells

Lynn Wells gained a fond respect and interest in cooking from her mother and Aunt Addie at the age of 8 in North Carolina. During college, Wells worked in a wide range of restaurants, from fine dining to family- owned. After graduating from UNC Greensboro with a degree in nutrition management and hospitality, Wells began a 21-year career in the nutrition department at Cone Health. In 2014, Wells started Thyme Well Spent Personal Chef Service, an in-home cooking experience for private clients, which continues today. Wells is also a food writer, food stylist, culinary consultant, and the recipe developer/writer for Our State.

Smoky Cheese Wafers

These crowd-pleasing, crisp, buttery wafers are the perfect addition to any party.

by Lynn Wells

Baked Shrimp Cocktail Dip

Bake until golden and bubbly, then spread it on a cracker.

by Lynn Wells

Sweet Potato Puffs

Drizzle these petite puffs with honey and sprinkle with sugar for a bite-size dessert.

by Lynn Wells

Small but Mighty: 4 Super Snack Recipes

Bacon and Cheddar, sweet potatoes and shrimp: Some of our favorite Southern flavors pack a big punch in these bite-size snacks.

by Lynn Wells

Open-Faced Roast Beef Sandwich with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

Forget fancy! This comforting sandwich on buttery toast is diner food done right.

by Lynn Wells

Turkey Cobb Club

It’s a little bit salad, a little bit sandwich — and totally delicious.

by Lynn Wells

Tangy Fried Chicken Sandwich

The key to this crispy, juicy chicken sandwich is Texas Pete, which is mixed into the breading — and into a Duke’s mayonnaise spread.

by Lynn Wells

Grilled Pork Tenderloin Wrap

Wrap up grilled pork tenderloin and a slightly spicy slaw for a delicious handheld meal.

by Lynn Wells

Let’s Do Lunch: 4 Sandwich Recipes That Really Stack Up

Sandwiches follow a simple formula, but that doesn’t mean they have to be boring.

by Lynn Wells

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