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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.

Bacon & Cheese Corn Dogs

Sure, they’re stuffed with bacon and Cheddar cheese, but with these homemade corn dogs, it’s all about the batter.

by Lynn Wells

Crispy Seasoned Fries

Dip ’em in whatever you like, just don’t skip the Old Bay Seasoning.

by Lynn Wells

Drive-In Delights: 4 Classic Recipes

Beep beep! Remember when drive-in diners dotted downtowns across the state? These recipes are a trip down memory lane — no carhop necessary.

by Lynn Wells

Bacon and Cheddar Mini Muffins

These cheesy, bacon-filled mini muffins make for a perfect breakfast ... or afternoon snack.

by Lynn Wells

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

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