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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

  • Flaky Chicken Hand Pies

    Flaky Chicken Hand Pies

    David Tanis

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

    463

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rib-Eye Steak and Potatoes for Two

    Rib-Eye Steak and Potatoes for Two

    David Tanis

    1160 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,160

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Wine-Braised Calamari With Vegetables

    Wine-Braised Calamari With Vegetables

    David Tanis

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

    114

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Italian Potato-Pasta Soup With Greens

    Italian Potato-Pasta Soup With Greens

    David Tanis

    1196 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,196

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Caramelized Endives With Crème Fraîche

    Caramelized Endives With Crème Fraîche

    David Tanis

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

    98

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Winter Citrus and Red Chicories Salad

    Winter Citrus and Red Chicories Salad

    David Tanis

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

    230

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Soy-Steamed Fish With Scallions and Pistachio

    Soy-Steamed Fish With Scallions and Pistachio

    David Tanis

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

    591

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Wine-Braised Duck With Lentils and Winter Vegetables

    Wine-Braised Duck With Lentils and Winter Vegetables

    David Tanis

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

    85

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sizzled Five-Spice Shrimp With Red Pepper

    Sizzled Five-Spice Shrimp With Red Pepper

    David Tanis

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

    409

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spinach Lasagna With Fennel Sausage

    Spinach Lasagna With Fennel Sausage

    David Tanis

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

    157

    3 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rosemary Rack of Lamb With Crushed Potatoes

    Rosemary Rack of Lamb With Crushed Potatoes

    David Tanis

    2479 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,479

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sicilian Involtini With Ham and Cheese

    Sicilian Involtini With Ham and Cheese

    David Tanis

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

    96

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Butternut Squash Panade

    Butternut Squash Panade

    David Tanis

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

    178

    1 hour 20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Brussels Sprouts With Chorizo

    Brussels Sprouts With Chorizo

    David Tanis

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

    344

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Smashed Carrots With Feta and Mint

    Smashed Carrots With Feta and Mint

    David Tanis

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

    417

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sweet-and-Sour Cauliflower With Golden Raisins

    Sweet-and-Sour Cauliflower With Golden Raisins

    David Tanis

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

    337

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Winter Squash and Wild Mushroom Curry

    Winter Squash and Wild Mushroom Curry

    David Tanis, Madhur Jaffrey

    5607 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    5,607

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spiced Lamb and Rice with Walnuts, Mint and Pomegranate

    Spiced Lamb and Rice with Walnuts, Mint and Pomegranate

    David Tanis

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

    375

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Halibut With Brown Butter, Lemon and Sage

    Halibut With Brown Butter, Lemon and Sage

    David Tanis

    2079 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,079

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chicken With Apricots, Lemon and Saffron

    Chicken With Apricots, Lemon and Saffron

    David Tanis

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

    442

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baked-Potato-Style Red Beets

    Baked-Potato-Style Red Beets

    David Tanis

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

    85

    1 hour 15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Yellow Beet Salad With Mustard Seed Dressing

    Yellow Beet Salad With Mustard Seed Dressing

    David Tanis

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

    156

    1 hour 15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sausage With Peppers and Onions

    Sausage With Peppers and Onions

    David Tanis

    2693 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,693

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Simple Grilled Sardines

    Simple Grilled Sardines

    David Tanis

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

    129

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Classic Beef Brisket With Caramelized Onions

    Classic Beef Brisket With Caramelized Onions

    David Tanis

    1953 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,953

    About 4 hours, plus overnight marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Corn and Clam Chowder With Zucchini and Herbs

    Corn and Clam Chowder With Zucchini and Herbs

    David Tanis

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

    160

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Smoky Lobster Salad With Potatoes

    Smoky Lobster Salad With Potatoes

    David Tanis

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

    46

    1 hour, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Provoleta (Grilled Provolone Cheese)

    Provoleta (Grilled Provolone Cheese)

    David Tanis

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

    171

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Thai-Style Spare Ribs

    Thai-Style Spare Ribs

    David Tanis, Andy Ricker

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

    567

    2 hours, plus 2 hours' marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Okra Salad With Toasted Cumin

    Okra Salad With Toasted Cumin

    David Tanis

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

    127

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tomatoes With Basil and Anchovies

    Tomatoes With Basil and Anchovies

    David Tanis

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

    165

    20 minutes  

    or to save this recipe.

  • Green Beans With Herbs and Olives

    Green Beans With Herbs and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    813

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Eggplant, Peppers and Onions

    Grilled Eggplant, Peppers and Onions

    David Tanis

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

    264

    45 minutes

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  • Lemony Zucchini Slaw

    Lemony Zucchini Slaw

    David Tanis

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

    349

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chilled Watermelon Soup

    Chilled Watermelon Soup

    David Tanis

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

    424

    30 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Duck Breast With Miso, Ginger and Orange

    Grilled Duck Breast With Miso, Ginger and Orange

    David Tanis

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

    170

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Old-Fashioned Scalloped Corn

    Old-Fashioned Scalloped Corn

    David Tanis

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

    267

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Grilled Squid and Green Bean Salad

    Spicy Grilled Squid and Green Bean Salad

    David Tanis

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

    83

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baked Eggplant With Ricotta, Mozzarella and Anchovy

    Baked Eggplant With Ricotta, Mozzarella and Anchovy

    David Tanis

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

    705

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Classic Pasta Alla Norma

    Classic Pasta Alla Norma

    David Tanis

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

    899

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Eggplant Caponata

    Eggplant Caponata

    David Tanis

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

    795

    1 hour, plus 1 hour to mellow

    or to save this recipe.

  • Savory Spiced Carrot Cake

    Savory Spiced Carrot Cake

    David Tanis

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

    341

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Beef Tenderloin Stuffed With Herb Pesto

    Beef Tenderloin Stuffed With Herb Pesto

    David Tanis

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

    253

    1 1/2 hours, plus 30 minutes' seasoning

    or to save this recipe.

  • Meringue Mess With Rhubarb and Strawberries

    Meringue Mess With Rhubarb and Strawberries

    David Tanis

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

    194

    30 minutes, plus 2 1/2 hours for meringues

    or to save this recipe.

  • Flounder With Herb Blossom Butter

    Flounder With Herb Blossom Butter

    David Tanis

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

    95

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Burrata With Fava Beans, Fennel and Celery

    Burrata With Fava Beans, Fennel and Celery

    David Tanis

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

    408

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Watercress Salad With Raw Beets and Radishes

    Watercress Salad With Raw Beets and Radishes

    David Tanis

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

    85

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sautéed Lamb Chops With Ramps, Anchovy, Capers and Olives

    Sautéed Lamb Chops With Ramps, Anchovy, Capers and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    311

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

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