We recommend using North Carolina flounder — and North Carolina pecans, too.
Lump Crab Cakes with Dijon-Dill Sauce
We love blue crabs for the important part they play in our state’s fishing industry — and for their unbeatable flavor.
Calabash Shrimp
Calabash-style means perfectly fried seafood with a light, crisp, ethereal battered crust.
Jalapeño Hush Puppies
Deep-fried and spiced-up: these puppies pack a punch and complete any seafood platter.
A Peek Inside Lynn Wells’ Recipe Box
Find out what tasty creations are among Our State's recipe developer's impressive collection of family recipes.
Roasted Blueberry and Gorgonzola Grilled Cheese Sandwich
This sweet and savory grilled cheese is perfectly balanced with creamy Gorgonzola and juicy blueberries melted between warm, crusty bread.
12 Recipes Every North Carolinian Should Know How to Make
By showing us why these specific foods in these specific places are special, this delicious dozen reveals something wonderful about North Carolina foodways and proclivities.
Smoked Honey-Roasted Peanuts
Not your average snack: Chipotle powder gives these savory peanuts their smokiness and a bit of heat.
Honey-Ginger Chicken
Although this recipe is for baked chicken, the honey-soy sauce marinade is great for the grill, too.
