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  2. David Tanis

David Tanis

David Tanis writes a monthly cooking column for The New York Times. Though he has had a long career as a chef, he has always been a passionate home cook, and is well known for serving simple, rustic food, family-style. He is also the author of several cookbooks featuring seasonal cooking.

Recipes by David Tanis

801 recipes

  • Spicy Carrot-Ginger Soup

    Spicy Carrot-Ginger Soup

    David Tanis

    2025 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,025

    55 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Halibut With Cumin, Lemon and Bay

    Roasted Halibut With Cumin, Lemon and Bay

    David Tanis

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

    385

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spiced Squash and Phyllo Pie

    Spiced Squash and Phyllo Pie

    David Tanis

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

    180

    2 hours, plus 15 minutes’ resting

    or to save this recipe.

  • Saffron-Ginger Pears

    Saffron-Ginger Pears

    David Tanis

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

    256

    45 minutes, plus overnight cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Eggplant Salad

    Roasted Eggplant Salad

    David Tanis

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

    216

    30 minutes, plus at least 15 minutes’ cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Fish in Tomato-Basil Broth

    Fish in Tomato-Basil Broth

    David Tanis

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

    511

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Plum Crostata

    Plum Crostata

    David Tanis

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

    79

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Pepper Antipasto

    Roasted Pepper Antipasto

    David Tanis

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

    43

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Summer Vegetable Niçoise Salad

    Summer Vegetable Niçoise Salad

    David Tanis

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

    207

    1 hour 45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chilled Avocado Soup

    Chilled Avocado Soup

    David Tanis

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

    136

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Raspberry-Nectarine Icebox Cake

    Raspberry-Nectarine Icebox Cake

    David Tanis

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

    209

    35 minutes, plus overnight chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lemon-Blackberry Shortcakes

    Lemon-Blackberry Shortcakes

    David Tanis

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

    220

    1 hour 15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Turmeric Potato Salad

    Turmeric Potato Salad

    David Tanis

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

    162

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Paprika-Rubbed Pork Chops

    Paprika-Rubbed Pork Chops

    David Tanis

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

    483

    1 hour 20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cheese-Topped Cauliflower Steaks

    Cheese-Topped Cauliflower Steaks

    David Tanis

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

    600

    1 hour 5 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Strawberry Parfait

    Strawberry Parfait

    David Tanis

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

    245

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spring Salad

    Spring Salad

    David Tanis

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

    443

    1 hour 30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Radicchio-Anchovy Salad

    Radicchio-Anchovy Salad

    David Tanis

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

    173

    10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Kumquat Panna Cotta

    Kumquat Panna Cotta

    David Tanis

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

    76

    30 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tofu Milanese 

    Tofu Milanese 

    David Tanis

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

    461

    35 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Creamy Chicken and Spring Vegetables

    Creamy Chicken and Spring Vegetables

    David Tanis

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

    690

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Dandelion-Beet Salad

    Dandelion-Beet Salad

    David Tanis

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

    116

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baked Lemon Pudding

    Baked Lemon Pudding

    David Tanis, JR Ryall

    5753 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    5,753

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Citrus Salad With Fennel and Olives

    Citrus Salad With Fennel and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    610

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Riso al Forno With Crab and Shrimp

    Riso al Forno With Crab and Shrimp

    David Tanis

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

    127

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tender Almond Cake

    Tender Almond Cake

    David Tanis, Salvatore Messina

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

    914

    1 hour, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Fresh and Wild Mushroom Stew

    Fresh and Wild Mushroom Stew

    David Tanis

    3126 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    3,126

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Triple-Sesame Tea Cakes

    Triple-Sesame Tea Cakes

    David Tanis

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

    409

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baked Fish With Mushrooms and Ginger

    Baked Fish With Mushrooms and Ginger

    David Tanis

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

    775

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Carrot-Leek Soup With Miso

    Carrot-Leek Soup With Miso

    David Tanis

    1695 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,695

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Baked Apples With Honey and Apricot

    Baked Apples With Honey and Apricot

    David Tanis

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

    146

    1 hour 10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cassoulet-Style Lamb Shanks and Beans

    Cassoulet-Style Lamb Shanks and Beans

    David Tanis

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

    179

    4 1/2 hours, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Persimmon and Pomegranate Salad

    Persimmon and Pomegranate Salad

    David Tanis

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

    202

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Creamy Chard With Ricotta, Parmesan and Bread Crumbs

    Creamy Chard With Ricotta, Parmesan and Bread Crumbs

    David Tanis

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

    347

    1 hour 15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Warm Kale Salad With Walnuts and Pomegranate

    Warm Kale Salad With Walnuts and Pomegranate

    David Tanis

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

    208

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Glazed Carrots With Miso and Sesame

    Glazed Carrots With Miso and Sesame

    David Tanis

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

    521

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Walnut Cake With Persimmons and Pomegranate

    Walnut Cake With Persimmons and Pomegranate

    David Tanis

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

    75

    1 hour 30 minutes, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Beet Salad With Goat Cheese Toasts

    Beet Salad With Goat Cheese Toasts

    David Tanis

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

    223

    1 hour 30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Hearty Kale, Squash and Bean Soup

    Hearty Kale, Squash and Bean Soup

    David Tanis

    2490 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    2,490

    1 hour 15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Shrimp Pasta With Corn and Basil

    Shrimp Pasta With Corn and Basil

    David Tanis

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

    802

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Prosecco Lemon Slush

    Prosecco Lemon Slush

    David Tanis

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

    186

    5 minutes, plus freezing

    or to save this recipe.

  • Bell Pepper Salad With Capers and Olives

    Bell Pepper Salad With Capers and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    269

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder With Green Beans

    Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder With Green Beans

    David Tanis

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

    318

    3 1/2 to 4 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tomato Salad With Smoky Eggplant Flatbread

    Tomato Salad With Smoky Eggplant Flatbread

    David Tanis

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

    222

    30 to 40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Summer Fruit Salad

    Summer Fruit Salad

    David Tanis

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

    208

    5 minutes, plus optional chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sardines on Buttered Brown Bread

    Sardines on Buttered Brown Bread

    David Tanis

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

    204

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cucumber-Ricotta Sandwiches

    Cucumber-Ricotta Sandwiches

    David Tanis

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

    411

    10 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Hibiscus Punch

    Hibiscus Punch

    David Tanis

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

    225

    40 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

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