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Yield: 6 to 8 servings. 4 cups frozen corn 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature ¼ cup sour cream 1 (4-ounce) can mild green chiles, drained 1 teaspoon

Rosemary and Goat Cheese Strata

Yield: 6 to 8 servings. 4 cups frozen corn 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature ¼ cup sour cream 1 (4-ounce) can mild green chiles, drained 1 teaspoon

Hot Cheesy Corn Dip

Hot cheesy corn dip

Yield: 6 to 8 servings.

4 cups frozen corn
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
¼ cup sour cream
1 (4-ounce) can mild green chiles, drained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
6 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Lime wedges, for garnish

Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except for cilantro and lime. Pour mixture into baking dish. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Remove from oven and rest for 10 minutes. Top with cilantro. Serve with lime and tortilla or pita chips.

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This story was published on Sep 16, 2025

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.