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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

765 recipes

  • Arugula Salad With Chopped Egg and Prosciutto

    Arugula Salad With Chopped Egg and Prosciutto

    David Tanis

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

    263

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Mustard Salmon With Spring Vegetable Stew

    Mustard Salmon With Spring Vegetable Stew

    David Tanis

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

    324

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Strawberries in Red Wine

    Strawberries in Red Wine

    David Tanis

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

    201

    15 minutes, plus macerating

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Pistachio Biscotti

    Pistachio Biscotti

    David Tanis

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

    657

    1 1/4 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Herbed Spring Salad With Egg and Walnuts

    Herbed Spring Salad With Egg and Walnuts

    David Tanis

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

    506

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baba au Rhum

    Baba au Rhum

    David Tanis

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

    299

    2 1/2 hours, plus 2 hours’ soaking

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pan-Fried Breaded Pork Chops

    Pan-Fried Breaded Pork Chops

    David Tanis

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

    392

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Italian Almond Cookies

    Italian Almond Cookies

    David Tanis

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

    813

    45 minutes, plus 1 hour’s resting

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mozzarella With Charred Radicchio and Salsa Verde

    Mozzarella With Charred Radicchio and Salsa Verde

    David Tanis

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

    267

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rigatoni al Forno With Cauliflower and Broccoli Rabe

    Rigatoni al Forno With Cauliflower and Broccoli Rabe

    David Tanis

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

    805

    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

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

    665

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Wild Mushroom Tart

    Wild Mushroom Tart

    David Tanis

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

    915

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Dark Chocolate Mousse With Candied Ginger

    Dark Chocolate Mousse With Candied Ginger

    David Tanis

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

    206

    20 minutes, plus 2 hours’ chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Herbed Chicken and Spinach Meatballs

    Herbed Chicken and Spinach Meatballs

    David Tanis

    1093 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,093

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Creamy Leek and Parsnip Soup

    Creamy Leek and Parsnip Soup

    David Tanis

    1801 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,801

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Citrus and Persimmon Salad

    Citrus and Persimmon Salad

    David Tanis

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

    203

    15 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cod and Mussel Stew With Harissa

    Cod and Mussel Stew With Harissa

    David Tanis

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

    308

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Olive Oil-Walnut Cake With Pomegranate

    Olive Oil-Walnut Cake With Pomegranate

    David Tanis

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

    578

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Fennel Salad With Anchovy and Olives

    Fennel Salad With Anchovy and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    278

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Red Lentil Loaf

    Red Lentil Loaf

    David Tanis

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

    717

    2 hours, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spaghetti With Lentils, Tomato and Fennel

    Spaghetti With Lentils, Tomato and Fennel

    David Tanis

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

    336

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Smoky Lentil Stew With Leeks and Potatoes

    Smoky Lentil Stew With Leeks and Potatoes

    David Tanis

    6080 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    6,080

    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

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

    225

    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

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

    310

    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

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

    308

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lamb Chops With Beans, Corn and Zucchini

    Lamb Chops With Beans, Corn and Zucchini

    David Tanis

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

    168

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Panna Cotta With Figs and Berries

    Panna Cotta With Figs and Berries

    David Tanis

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

    477

    20 minutes, plus cooling and chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baked Polenta With Ricotta and Parmesan

    Baked Polenta With Ricotta and Parmesan

    David Tanis

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

    597

    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

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

    112

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Peach and Berry Macedonia With Sparkling Rosé

    Peach and Berry Macedonia With Sparkling Rosé

    David Tanis

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

    77

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Herbed Goat Cheese and Roasted Pepper Toasts

    Herbed Goat Cheese and Roasted Pepper Toasts

    David Tanis

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

    111

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cornmeal Pine Nut Cookies

    Cornmeal Pine Nut Cookies

    David Tanis

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

    263

    40 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lobster Salad With Green Beans, Tomatoes and Basil

    Lobster Salad With Green Beans, Tomatoes and Basil

    David Tanis

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

    152

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Strawberry-Coconut Ice Cream Cake

    Strawberry-Coconut Ice Cream Cake

    David Tanis

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

    202

    30 minutes, plus freezing

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chopped Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    Chopped Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    David Tanis

    1042 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,042

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Black Bean Burger With an Egg on Top

    Black Bean Burger With an Egg on Top

    David Tanis

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

    860

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Jalapeño Pickles

    Jalapeño Pickles

    David Tanis

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

    82

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Crostini With Sun-Dried Tomato and Anchovy

    Crostini With Sun-Dried Tomato and Anchovy

    David Tanis

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

    129

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Clam Pasta With Bacon, Peas and Basil

    Spicy Clam Pasta With Bacon, Peas and Basil

    David Tanis

    1008 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,008

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tuna-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers

    Tuna-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers

    David Tanis

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

    118

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Potato Salad With Capers and Anchovies

    Potato Salad With Capers and Anchovies

    David Tanis

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

    536

    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

    1352 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,352

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Potato Soup With Indian Spices

    Potato Soup With Indian Spices

    David Tanis

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

    499

    About 30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Chicken Pita With Yogurt Sauce and Arugula

    Grilled Chicken Pita With Yogurt Sauce and Arugula

    David Tanis

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

    365

    25 minutes

    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

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

    434

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Meatballs With Chickpeas

    Spicy Meatballs With Chickpeas

    David Tanis

    1031 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,031

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Steamed Clams With Garlic-Parsley Butter and Leeks

    Steamed Clams With Garlic-Parsley Butter and Leeks

    David Tanis

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

    125

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

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

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

    David Tanis

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

    152

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

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