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  1. About Us
  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

809 recipes

  • Baba au Rhum

    Baba au Rhum

    David Tanis

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

    304

    2 1/2 hours, plus 2 hours’ soaking

    or to save this recipe.

  • Herbed Spring Salad With Egg and Walnuts

    Herbed Spring Salad With Egg and Walnuts

    David Tanis

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

    512

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pan-Fried Breaded Pork Chops

    Pan-Fried Breaded Pork Chops

    David Tanis

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

    411

    30 minutes

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  • Mozzarella With Charred Radicchio and Salsa Verde

    Mozzarella With Charred Radicchio and Salsa Verde

    David Tanis

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

    279

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Italian Almond Cookies

    Italian Almond Cookies

    David Tanis

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

    869

    45 minutes, plus 1 hour’s resting

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rigatoni al Forno With Cauliflower and Broccoli Rabe

    Rigatoni al Forno With Cauliflower and Broccoli Rabe

    David Tanis

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

    815

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Seared Sea Scallops With Spicy Carrot Coulis

    Seared Sea Scallops With Spicy Carrot Coulis

    David Tanis

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

    684

    45 minutes

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  • Dark Chocolate Mousse With Candied Ginger

    Dark Chocolate Mousse With Candied Ginger

    David Tanis

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

    214

    20 minutes, plus 2 hours’ chilling

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  • Wild Mushroom Tart

    Wild Mushroom Tart

    David Tanis

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

    954

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Creamy Leek and Parsnip Soup

    Creamy Leek and Parsnip Soup

    David Tanis

    1887 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,887

    25 minutes

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  • Herbed Chicken and Spinach Meatballs

    Herbed Chicken and Spinach Meatballs

    David Tanis

    1143 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,143

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Citrus and Persimmon Salad

    Citrus and Persimmon Salad

    David Tanis

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

    216

    15 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Olive Oil-Walnut Cake With Pomegranate

    Olive Oil-Walnut Cake With Pomegranate

    David Tanis

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

    583

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cod and Mussel Stew With Harissa

    Cod and Mussel Stew With Harissa

    David Tanis

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

    316

    45 minutes

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  • Fennel Salad With Anchovy and Olives

    Fennel Salad With Anchovy and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    299

    20 minutes

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  • Red Lentil Loaf

    Red Lentil Loaf

    David Tanis

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

    756

    2 hours, plus cooling

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  • Spaghetti With Lentils, Tomato and Fennel

    Spaghetti With Lentils, Tomato and Fennel

    David Tanis

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

    365

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Smoky Lentil Stew With Leeks and Potatoes

    Smoky Lentil Stew With Leeks and Potatoes

    David Tanis

    6388 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    6,388

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Beet and Tomato Salad With Scallions and Dill

    Beet and Tomato Salad With Scallions and Dill

    David Tanis

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

    238

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lemon Tart With a Touch of Lime

    Lemon Tart With a Touch of Lime

    David Tanis

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

    324

    1 1/2 hours, plus chilling and cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pan-Roasted Duck With Wild Mushrooms

    Pan-Roasted Duck With Wild Mushrooms

    David Tanis

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

    327

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Panna Cotta With Figs and Berries

    Panna Cotta With Figs and Berries

    David Tanis

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

    490

    20 minutes, plus cooling and chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lamb Chops With Beans, Corn and Zucchini

    Lamb Chops With Beans, Corn and Zucchini

    David Tanis

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

    182

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baked Polenta With Ricotta and Parmesan

    Baked Polenta With Ricotta and Parmesan

    David Tanis

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

    626

    1 hour, plus soaking

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Peppers With Capers, Olives and Anchovy

    Roasted Peppers With Capers, Olives and Anchovy

    David Tanis

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

    119

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Peach and Berry Macedonia With Sparkling Rosé

    Peach and Berry Macedonia With Sparkling Rosé

    David Tanis

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

    83

    20 minutes

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  • Herbed Goat Cheese and Roasted Pepper Toasts

    Herbed Goat Cheese and Roasted Pepper Toasts

    David Tanis

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

    130

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lobster Salad With Green Beans, Tomatoes and Basil

    Lobster Salad With Green Beans, Tomatoes and Basil

    David Tanis

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

    157

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cornmeal Pine Nut Cookies

    Cornmeal Pine Nut Cookies

    David Tanis

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

    287

    40 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Strawberry-Coconut Ice Cream Cake

    Strawberry-Coconut Ice Cream Cake

    David Tanis

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

    207

    30 minutes, plus freezing

    or to save this recipe.

  • Black Bean Burger With an Egg on Top

    Black Bean Burger With an Egg on Top

    David Tanis

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

    876

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Jalapeño Pickles

    Jalapeño Pickles

    David Tanis

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

    86

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chopped Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    Chopped Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    David Tanis

    1193 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,193

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Crostini With Sun-Dried Tomato and Anchovy

    Crostini With Sun-Dried Tomato and Anchovy

    David Tanis

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

    136

    20 minutes

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  • Tuna-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers

    Tuna-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers

    David Tanis

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

    127

    20 minutes

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  • Spicy Clam Pasta With Bacon, Peas and Basil

    Spicy Clam Pasta With Bacon, Peas and Basil

    David Tanis

    1029 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,029

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Potato Salad With Capers and Anchovies

    Potato Salad With Capers and Anchovies

    David Tanis

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

    564

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Oven-Fried Patatas Bravas (Crispy Potatoes With Two Sauces)

    Oven-Fried Patatas Bravas (Crispy Potatoes With Two Sauces)

    David Tanis

    1453 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,453

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Potato Soup With Indian Spices

    Potato Soup With Indian Spices

    David Tanis

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

    516

    About 30 minutes

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  • Grilled Chicken Pita With Yogurt Sauce and Arugula

    Grilled Chicken Pita With Yogurt Sauce and Arugula

    David Tanis

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

    403

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Meatballs With Chickpeas

    Spicy Meatballs With Chickpeas

    David Tanis

    1045 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,045

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Savory Steel-Cut Oats With Fried Egg and Za’atar

    Savory Steel-Cut Oats With Fried Egg and Za’atar

    David Tanis

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

    506

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Steamed Clams With Garlic-Parsley Butter and Leeks

    Steamed Clams With Garlic-Parsley Butter and Leeks

    David Tanis

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

    138

    20 minutes

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  • Slow-Roasted Duck With Mashed White Beans, Sizzled Herbs and Olives

    Slow-Roasted Duck With Mashed White Beans, Sizzled Herbs and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    167

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Fresh Ricotta With Rhubarb, Ginger and Cardamom

    Fresh Ricotta With Rhubarb, Ginger and Cardamom

    David Tanis

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

    179

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Endive Salad With Egg and Anchovy

    Endive Salad With Egg and Anchovy

    David Tanis

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

    144

    30 minutes

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  • Bollito Misto (Italian Boiled Meats With Red and Green Sauces)

    Bollito Misto (Italian Boiled Meats With Red and Green Sauces)

    David Tanis

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

    51

    About 5 hours, plus up to 2 nights’ marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pear and Frangipane Crostata

    Pear and Frangipane Crostata

    David Tanis

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

    411

    1 hour, plus chilling

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