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  1. About Us
  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

  • Sparkly Gingerbread

    Sparkly Gingerbread

    Melissa Clark

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

    501

    1 1/2 hours, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Honey-Roasted Peanut Thumbprints

    Honey-Roasted Peanut Thumbprints

    Melissa Clark

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

    538

    25 minutes, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cornmeal Lime Shortbread Fans

    Cornmeal Lime Shortbread Fans

    Melissa Clark

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

    802

    45 minutes, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Scallion-Cheddar Cornbread Stuffing

    Scallion-Cheddar Cornbread Stuffing

    Melissa Clark

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

    478

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sweet Potatoes With Sour Cream and Pecans

    Sweet Potatoes With Sour Cream and Pecans

    Melissa Clark

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

    350

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pumpkin Fudge Torte

    Pumpkin Fudge Torte

    Melissa Clark

    1486 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,486

    1 hour, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sautéed Greens With Smoked Paprika for Two

    Sautéed Greens With Smoked Paprika for Two

    Melissa Clark

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

    446

    10 to 20 minutes, depending on the greens

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pumpkin Sticky Toffee Puddings for Two

    Pumpkin Sticky Toffee Puddings for Two

    Melissa Clark

    1414 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,414

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Maple-Roasted Squash With Sage and Lime for Two

    Maple-Roasted Squash With Sage and Lime for Two

    Melissa Clark

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

    585

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Herby Bread-and-Butter Stuffing for Two

    Herby Bread-and-Butter Stuffing for Two

    Melissa Clark

    1412 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,412

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Turkey Thighs With Pickled Cranberries and Onions for Two

    Turkey Thighs With Pickled Cranberries and Onions for Two

    Melissa Clark

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

    606

    1 hour, plus at least 2 hours’ marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • One-Pan, One-Pot Thanksgiving Dinner

    One-Pan, One-Pot Thanksgiving Dinner

    Melissa Clark

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

    842

    3 hours, plus marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Hearty Beef Stew With Red Onions and Ale

    Hearty Beef Stew With Red Onions and Ale

    Melissa Clark

    2456 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    2,456

    3 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Maple-Pecan Galette With Fresh Ginger

    Maple-Pecan Galette With Fresh Ginger

    Melissa Clark

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

    613

    1 hour, plus chilling and cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lamb, Harissa and Almond Sausage Rolls

    Lamb, Harissa and Almond Sausage Rolls

    Melissa Clark, Paul Allam

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

    391

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pork and Fennel Sausage Rolls

    Pork and Fennel Sausage Rolls

    Melissa Clark, Paul Allam

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

    446

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Vegan Mushroom and Leek Rolls

    Vegan Mushroom and Leek Rolls

    Melissa Clark

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

    476

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Cauliflower With Pancetta, Olives and Crisp Parmesan

    Roasted Cauliflower With Pancetta, Olives and Crisp Parmesan

    Melissa Clark

    5518 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    5,518

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Swordfish With Caramelized Eggplant and Capers

    Swordfish With Caramelized Eggplant and Capers

    Melissa Clark

    1131 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,131

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • One-Pan Orzo With Spinach and Feta

    One-Pan Orzo With Spinach and Feta

    Melissa Clark

    22698 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    22,698

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • One-Pan Tuna-White Bean Casserole

    One-Pan Tuna-White Bean Casserole

    Melissa Clark

    1765 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,765

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Simple Roast Chicken With Greens (and Bonus Stock)

    Simple Roast Chicken With Greens (and Bonus Stock)

    Melissa Clark

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

    302

    1 1/2 hours, plus 2 to 3 hours for the optional stock

    or to save this recipe.

  • Colcannon With Crispy Leeks

    Colcannon With Crispy Leeks

    Melissa Clark

    1115 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,115

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Corn Polenta With Baked Eggs

    Corn Polenta With Baked Eggs

    Melissa Clark

    1392 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,392

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • One-Bowl Chocolate-Mayonnaise Cake

    One-Bowl Chocolate-Mayonnaise Cake

    Melissa Clark

    2436 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    2,436

    50 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spiced Ginger Shrimp With Burst Tomatoes

    Spiced Ginger Shrimp With Burst Tomatoes

    Melissa Clark

    2538 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,538

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sheet-Pan Chicken With Roasted Plums and Onions

    Sheet-Pan Chicken With Roasted Plums and Onions

    Melissa Clark

    3897 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    3,897

    1 hour, plus at least 2 hours’ marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Skillet Meatballs With Peaches, Basil and Lime

    Skillet Meatballs With Peaches, Basil and Lime

    Melissa Clark

    8211 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    8,211

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Crème Fraîche Pound Cake

    Crème Fraîche Pound Cake

    Melissa Clark

    1210 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,210

    1 1/2 hours, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Lamb Chops With Lettuce and Ranch Dressing

    Grilled Lamb Chops With Lettuce and Ranch Dressing

    Melissa Clark

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

    499

    40 minutes, plus marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Eggplant Focaccia With Ricotta and Olives

    Eggplant Focaccia With Ricotta and Olives

    Melissa Clark

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

    755

    1 hour, plus rising

    or to save this recipe.

  • Farro Salad With Corn and Crispy Chickpeas

    Farro Salad With Corn and Crispy Chickpeas

    Melissa Clark

    1000 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,000

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pasta With Caramelized Peppers, Anchovies and Ricotta

    Pasta With Caramelized Peppers, Anchovies and Ricotta

    Melissa Clark

    1338 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,338

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • The Crunchiest Summer Fruit Crumble

    The Crunchiest Summer Fruit Crumble

    Melissa Clark

    1358 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,358

    1 3/4 hours, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Gingery Grilled Chicken Thighs With Charred Peaches

    Gingery Grilled Chicken Thighs With Charred Peaches

    Melissa Clark

    2623 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,623

    45 minutes, plus marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • No-Bake Butterscotch Custards

    No-Bake Butterscotch Custards

    Melissa Clark

    1303 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,303

    35 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Corn With Jalapeño-Feta Butter

    Grilled Corn With Jalapeño-Feta Butter

    Melissa Clark

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

    396

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Grilled Pork With Fennel, Cumin and Red Onion

    Spicy Grilled Pork With Fennel, Cumin and Red Onion

    Melissa Clark

    1078 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,078

    30 minutes, plus marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sugar Snap Peas With Yogurt, Feta and Dill

    Sugar Snap Peas With Yogurt, Feta and Dill

    Melissa Clark

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

    585

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Strawberry Shortbread and Cream

    Strawberry Shortbread and Cream

    Melissa Clark

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

    541

    1 hour, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Salmon Salad With Lime, Chiles and Herbs

    Grilled Salmon Salad With Lime, Chiles and Herbs

    Melissa Clark

    3185 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    3,185

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Peanut Butter No-Bake Bars

    Peanut Butter No-Bake Bars

    Melissa Clark

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

    975

    20 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Savory Babka With Ricotta and Herbs

    Savory Babka With Ricotta and Herbs

    Melissa Clark

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

    480

    3 1/2 hours, plus rising

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sweet-and-Spicy Grilled Vegetables With Burrata

    Sweet-and-Spicy Grilled Vegetables With Burrata

    Melissa Clark

    2296 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    2,296

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rhubarb Custard Bars

    Rhubarb Custard Bars

    Melissa Clark

    1294 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,294

    1 1/2 hours, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • The Most Adaptable One-Bowl Cornmeal Pound Cake

    The Most Adaptable One-Bowl Cornmeal Pound Cake

    Melissa Clark

    1723 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,723

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Parsnip Sheet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting and Ginger

    Parsnip Sheet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting and Ginger

    Melissa Clark, Susan Spungen

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

    106

    1 hour, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sheet-Pan Chicken With Jammy Tomatoes and Pancetta

    Sheet-Pan Chicken With Jammy Tomatoes and Pancetta

    Melissa Clark

    4953 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    4,953

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

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