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Julie Wells

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RECIPE BOX: Veg-All pockets are an easy, delicious dinner

This recipe -- Veg-All pockets -- was created on a whim.

JULIE WELLS: It's good to get stuff cleaned out from your life

A few days off and being "unplugged" does something great for the soul.

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RECIPE BOX: S'mores trail mix offers a sweat treat for kids, adults

If you love s'mores, then you'll probably want some of this trail mix. Originally the recipe had raisins and peanuts, but Patricia Richardson, a lady who is also known as a second mother to me, changed up the recipe a couple of years ago.

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JULIE WELLS: Friend's mission went beyond just the walls of her home

"It is evident that she was a lady who truly loved the Lord and others." said Pastor Howard Greer, interim pastor at First Baptist Church of Lithonia.

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THE RECIPE BOX: Freedom parfaits add to festive Fourth

What is fruity, creamy, sweet (but not too sweet) and has a graham cracker crust? A freedom parfait.

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THE RECIPE BOX: Add zest to cornbread with broccoli, cheese, onions

Southern cornbread with a broccoli twist -- that is how my mother-in-law Janie described this recipe to me, which is the perfect description, if you ask me.

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JULIE WELLS: Turn over a new leaf in life by repenting

There is a strong desire in people to want to be loved, cherished and belong to someone.

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RECIPE BOX: Hawaiian sandwich combines bacon, cheese, pineapple

Besides a bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich, nothing says summer to me like a Hawaiian sandwich.

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JULIE WELLS: Jesus can lend some balance to your life

What is your priority? God? Your spouse? Children? Family? Work? Your phone? Church? Facebook?

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THE RECIPE BOX: Caramel brownies are an ooey-gooey treat

German chocolate cake. Caramel candies. Milk chocolate chips. Are you drooling yet? All of those ingredients and a few more are what make up this week's featured recipe -- caramel brownies.

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THE RECIPE BOX: Strawberry pie an easy-to-make, delicious treat

Former Indiana, Pa., resident Kelly Dinatti, who now resides in Covington, brought a little taste of Northern memories to this Southern part of the world when she let me have her strawberry pie recipe.

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RECIPE BOX: Sloppy chicks a new twist on sloppy Joe

I'm not going to lie, this was truly an experimental recipe. My husband Kevin and I enjoyed it and won't hesitate to have it again. So, I thought I'd share it with you.

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THE RECIPE BOX: Texas caviar always a big hit wherever it goes

Don't let the name of this recipe fool you because this version of Texas caviar was probably the most talked about food item at my wedding.

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THE RECIPE BOX: Breakfast casserole good for any time of day

Jane Watts and her husband Mark have been residents of Conyers for about 29 years. They love this community and the small town atmosphere.

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RECIPE BOX: Ritz chicken tenders offer alternative to frying

Who knew you could do so much with Ritz crackers in addition to eating them as a snack or with cheese or soup?

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RECIPE BOX: Hot wing soup perfect for Super Bowl Sunday

Super Bowl Sunday is almost here.

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THE RECIPE BOX: Fried apple pie is Southern comfort food

Nothing says Southern comfort food like a fried apple pie, especially if it is homemade.

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RECIPE BOX: BBQ ambrosia salad a touch of spring in winter

After being snowed in this week, I bet you are looking forward to warmer weather. Although I can't make the temperature outside warmer, I can bring a little spring-like dish to your table.

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THE RECIPE BOX: Broccoli salad is a 'short and sweet' side dish

Cooking isn't Lori McClane's favorite activity, but when it comes to fixing broccoli salad, she doesn't even bat an eye. She knows how to prepare it without even looking at the recipe.

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Local bands come together for Haiti benefit concert

CONYERS -- Using a mix of quick thinking, musical experience, prayer and the talent of a few local bands, Matthew Eldridge has created a compilation of music to help the earthquake victims in Haiti.

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