Melissa Clark Turns Down the Heat

The Leonard Lopate Show | Jul 26, 2012

This summer has been hot! New York Times Dining Section columnist and cookbook writer and Melissa Clark shares some ideas and recipes for making summer meals without having to turn on an oven. Her most recent cookbook is Cook This Now: 120 Easy and Delectable Dishes You Can't Wait to Make.

Do you have questions about how to make meals that require minimal cooking—or suggestions to share? Let us know by leaving a comment!

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