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  2. Melissa Clark

Melissa Clark

Melissa Clark is a food reporter and columnist for The New York Times and NYT Cooking, for which she creates recipes, hosts videos and is one of the writers of the Cooking newsletter. She’s also written dozens of cookbooks. A native of Brooklyn, she knows where to find the best bagel.

Recipes by Melissa Clark

960 recipes

  • Butterflied Leg of Lamb With Lemon Salsa Verde

    Butterflied Leg of Lamb With Lemon Salsa Verde

    Melissa Clark

    706 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    706

    45 minutes, plus at least one hour's marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Golden Raisin and Pecan Thins

    Golden Raisin and Pecan Thins

    Melissa Clark, Genevieve Ko

    131 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    131

    1 hour plus freezing

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sacher Torte

    Sacher Torte

    Melissa Clark, Luisa Weiss

    311 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    311

    2 1/2 hours, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Moroccan Semolina and Almond Cookies

    Moroccan Semolina and Almond Cookies

    Melissa Clark, Dorie Greenspan

    687 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    687

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pistachio, Rose and Strawberry Buns

    Pistachio, Rose and Strawberry Buns

    Melissa Clark, Itamar Srulovich, Sarit Packer

    204 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    204

    1 1/2 hours plus at least 2 hours' chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tahini Shortbread Cookies

    Tahini Shortbread Cookies

    Melissa Clark, Ana Sortun, Maura Kilpatrick

    447 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    447

    40 minutes, plus at least 4 hours' chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Blondies With a Strawberry-Balsamic Swirl

    Blondies With a Strawberry-Balsamic Swirl

    Melissa Clark, Irvin Lin

    309 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    309

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spinach Salad With Pancetta and Fried Eggs

    Spinach Salad With Pancetta and Fried Eggs

    Melissa Clark

    387 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    387

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Maraschino Cherries

    Maraschino Cherries

    Melissa Clark

    194 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    194

    20 minutes, plus 2 days' macerating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Splayed Turkey With Herbs

    Splayed Turkey With Herbs

    Melissa Clark

    399 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    399

    2 1/2 hours, plus at least 24 hours' brining

    or to save this recipe.

  • Coconut Pork Stew With Garam Masala

    Coconut Pork Stew With Garam Masala

    Melissa Clark

    1068 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,068

    3 hours, plus overnight marinating and soaking

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mackerel With Olives, Almonds and Mint

    Mackerel With Olives, Almonds and Mint

    Melissa Clark

    133 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    133

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Lemon Drizzle Cake

    Lemon Drizzle Cake

    Melissa Clark, Mary Berry

    1598 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,598

    45 minutes, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Victoria Sponge Cake

    Victoria Sponge Cake

    Melissa Clark

    1441 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,441

    50 minutes, plus an hour's cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Green Beans With Mustard Seeds, Cashews and Coconut

    Green Beans With Mustard Seeds, Cashews and Coconut

    Melissa Clark

    537 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    537

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pear Snacking Cake With Brown Butter Glaze

    Pear Snacking Cake With Brown Butter Glaze

    Melissa Clark

    434 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    434

    1 1/4 hours, plus setting and cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sweet Potatoes With Yogurt and Cilantro-Chile Sauce

    Sweet Potatoes With Yogurt and Cilantro-Chile Sauce

    Melissa Clark, Diana Henry

    670 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    670

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Breton Tuna and White Bean Gratin

    Breton Tuna and White Bean Gratin

    Melissa Clark, Diana Henry

    857 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    857

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lamb Chops With Dates, Feta and Tahini

    Lamb Chops With Dates, Feta and Tahini

    Melissa Clark, Diana Henry

    379 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    379

    25 minutes, plus 30 minutes' marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Chicken With Figs and Rosemary

    Roasted Chicken With Figs and Rosemary

    Melissa Clark

    1394 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,394

    1 hour, plus 2 hours' marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Savory Clafoutis With Corn and Swiss Chard

    Savory Clafoutis With Corn and Swiss Chard

    Melissa Clark

    624 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    624

    1 1/4 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Eggplant and Tomato Pasta

    Roasted Eggplant and Tomato Pasta

    Melissa Clark

    1578 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,578

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Elotes (Grilled Corn With Cheese, Lime and Chile)

    Elotes (Grilled Corn With Cheese, Lime and Chile)

    Melissa Clark

    1134 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,134

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Burrata With Romano Beans and Roasted Eggplant

    Burrata With Romano Beans and Roasted Eggplant

    Melissa Clark

    373 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    373

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Middle Eastern-Inspired Herb and Garlic Chicken

    Middle Eastern-Inspired Herb and Garlic Chicken

    Melissa Clark

    3153 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    3,153

    40 minutes, plus marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Caramel Peach Skillet Pie

    Caramel Peach Skillet Pie

    Melissa Clark

    355 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    355

    2 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Creamy Corn Pasta With Basil

    Creamy Corn Pasta With Basil

    Melissa Clark

    10024 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    10,024

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Date-Stuffed Parathas With Yogurt Dip

    Date-Stuffed Parathas With Yogurt Dip

    Melissa Clark

    88 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    88

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pork Chops With Brandied Cherries

    Pork Chops With Brandied Cherries

    Melissa Clark

    648 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    648

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Buckwheat Berry Striped Cake

    Buckwheat Berry Striped Cake

    Melissa Clark

    264 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    264

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Hot Honey Shrimp

    Hot Honey Shrimp

    Melissa Clark

    3091 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    3,091

    10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Vanilla-Honey Soft Serve Ice Cream

    Vanilla-Honey Soft Serve Ice Cream

    Melissa Clark

    310 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    310

    40 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Whole Fish With Lemongrass, Chiles and Coconut

    Grilled Whole Fish With Lemongrass, Chiles and Coconut

    Melissa Clark

    353 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    353

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Blood-Orange Curd

    Blood-Orange Curd

    Melissa Clark, Claudia Fleming

    98 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    98

    20 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Crunchy Berry Almond Crumble

    Crunchy Berry Almond Crumble

    Melissa Clark

    536 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    536

    1 hour 15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rhubarb Oat Shortcakes

    Rhubarb Oat Shortcakes

    Melissa Clark

    316 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    316

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rhubarb Compote

    Rhubarb Compote

    Melissa Clark

    1021 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,021

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Roast Chicken With Spinach-Ricotta Crostini

    Grilled Roast Chicken With Spinach-Ricotta Crostini

    Melissa Clark

    366 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    366

    1 1/2 hours, plus at least 4 hours' marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Phyllo Ricotta Torte With Spring Herbs

    Phyllo Ricotta Torte With Spring Herbs

    Melissa Clark

    286 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    286

    2 hours, plus at least one hour's cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Coconut Almond Cluster Granola

    Coconut Almond Cluster Granola

    Melissa Clark

    678 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    678

    1 hour, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Green Garlic Tabbouleh

    Green Garlic Tabbouleh

    Melissa Clark

    195 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    195

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Braised Chicken With Artichokes and Olives

    Braised Chicken With Artichokes and Olives

    Melissa Clark

    1207 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,207

    1 hour 15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Persian Tamarind Fish

    Persian Tamarind Fish

    Melissa Clark, Louisa Shafia

    524 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    524

    1 hour 15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sabzi Polo (Persian Herbed Rice)

    Sabzi Polo (Persian Herbed Rice)

    Melissa Clark, Naz Deravian

    216 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    216

    1 1/2 hours, plus 1 hour soaking

    or to save this recipe.

  • Fresh Herb Kuku

    Fresh Herb Kuku

    Melissa Clark, Najmieh Batmanglij

    457 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    457

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Beef With Horseradish-Beet Aioli

    Beef With Horseradish-Beet Aioli

    Melissa Clark

    81 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    81

    1 3/4 hours, plus marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chocolate Babka

    Chocolate Babka

    Melissa Clark

    3934 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    3,934

    3 1/2 hours, plus 6 to 24 hours' rising

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baked Fish and Chips

    Baked Fish and Chips

    Melissa Clark

    2984 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,984

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

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