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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

  • Fresh Ricotta With Rhubarb, Ginger and Cardamom

    Fresh Ricotta With Rhubarb, Ginger and Cardamom

    David Tanis

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

    172

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • 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

    or to save this recipe.

  • 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

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

    396

    1 hour, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Miso Chicken in Ginger, Leek and Scallion Broth

    Miso Chicken in Ginger, Leek and Scallion Broth

    David Tanis

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

    526

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tangerine Sorbet With Sake

    Tangerine Sorbet With Sake

    David Tanis

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

    209

    40 minutes, plus freezing

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Tofu and Herb Salad With Sesame

    Tofu and Herb Salad With Sesame

    David Tanis

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

    227

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Ham and Cheese Croque With Dijon

    Ham and Cheese Croque With Dijon

    David Tanis

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

    240

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Smoked Salmon Sandwiches With Cucumber, Radish and Herbs

    Smoked Salmon Sandwiches With Cucumber, Radish and Herbs

    David Tanis

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

    180

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Egg Salad Sandwiches With Green Olive, Celery and Parsley

    Egg Salad Sandwiches With Green Olive, Celery and Parsley

    David Tanis

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

    280

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cream Cheese Sandwiches With Dates, Pecans and Rosemary

    Cream Cheese Sandwiches With Dates, Pecans and Rosemary

    David Tanis

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

    170

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Steak and Watercress on a Roll

    Spicy Steak and Watercress on a Roll

    David Tanis

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

    46

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spinach and Feta Borek

    Spinach and Feta Borek

    David Tanis

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

    564

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rice Pilaf With Pumpkin, Currants and Pine Nuts

    Rice Pilaf With Pumpkin, Currants and Pine Nuts

    David Tanis

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

    164

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Almond Cake With Saffron and Honey

    Almond Cake With Saffron and Honey

    David Tanis

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

    316

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Slow-Roasted Turkish Lamb

    Slow-Roasted Turkish Lamb

    David Tanis

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

    304

    About 4 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Caramel Pears With Rosemary, Honey and Walnuts

    Caramel Pears With Rosemary, Honey and Walnuts

    David Tanis

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

    189

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Fennel and Celery Salad With Lemon and Parmesan

    Fennel and Celery Salad With Lemon and Parmesan

    David Tanis

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

    577

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Polenta and Sausages for a Crowd (Polenta Alla Spianatora)

    Polenta and Sausages for a Crowd (Polenta Alla Spianatora)

    David Tanis

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

    641

    1 hour 20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Green Chile Chicken Stew

    Green Chile Chicken Stew

    David Tanis

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

    966

    1 1/2 hours 

    or to save this recipe.

  • Corn Soup With Red Pepper Swirl

    Corn Soup With Red Pepper Swirl

    David Tanis

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

    376

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Freekeh With Chicken, Almonds and Yogurt

    Freekeh With Chicken, Almonds and Yogurt

    David Tanis

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

    355

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Clams With Garlicky Toasts

    Spicy Clams With Garlicky Toasts

    David Tanis

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

    188

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Grilled Summer Vegetables With Tahini Dressing

    Grilled Summer Vegetables With Tahini Dressing

    David Tanis

    1882 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,882

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tomato Risotto

    Tomato Risotto

    David Tanis

    5671 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    5,671

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rice Salad With Currants, Almonds and Pistachios

    Rice Salad With Currants, Almonds and Pistachios

    David Tanis

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

    572

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Peppery Lamb With Shell Beans and Cherry Tomatoes

    Peppery Lamb With Shell Beans and Cherry Tomatoes

    David Tanis

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

    48

    1 1/4 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Charred Tomato Soup With Coriander and Cilantro

    Charred Tomato Soup With Coriander and Cilantro

    David Tanis

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

    290

    30 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Summer Squash Caponata

    Summer Squash Caponata

    David Tanis

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

    328

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Swordfish With Smoky Tomato-Anchovy Salsa

    Grilled Swordfish With Smoky Tomato-Anchovy Salsa

    David Tanis

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

    679

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spaghetti With Zucchini, Parsley Pesto and Bottarga

    Spaghetti With Zucchini, Parsley Pesto and Bottarga

    David Tanis

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

    170

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cold Sesame Chicken

    Cold Sesame Chicken

    David Tanis

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

    401

    1 hour, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Wild Salmon With Chive Oil and Lime Crème Fraîche

    Wild Salmon With Chive Oil and Lime Crème Fraîche

    David Tanis

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

    243

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mediterranean Lentil Salad

    Mediterranean Lentil Salad

    David Tanis

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

    881

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Easy Rhubarb Trifle

    Easy Rhubarb Trifle

    David Tanis

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

    258

    1 hour, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • BBQ Country-Style Pork Ribs

    BBQ Country-Style Pork Ribs

    David Tanis

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

    240

    3 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Artichokes With Anchovy Mayonnaise

    Roasted Artichokes With Anchovy Mayonnaise

    David Tanis

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

    403

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Red Curry Mussels and Roasted Sweet Potatoes

    Red Curry Mussels and Roasted Sweet Potatoes

    David Tanis

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

    163

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Black Rice Bowl With Bok Choy and Mushrooms

    Black Rice Bowl With Bok Choy and Mushrooms

    David Tanis

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

    318

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Leg of Lamb With Savory Beans

    Leg of Lamb With Savory Beans

    David Tanis

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

    274

    2 hours, plus marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Swiss Rosti With Smoked Salmon and Poached Egg

    Swiss Rosti With Smoked Salmon and Poached Egg

    David Tanis

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

    224

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chicken Paillard With Black Olive Tapenade

    Chicken Paillard With Black Olive Tapenade

    David Tanis

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

    320

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spring Vegetable Ragoût With Brown Butter Couscous

    Spring Vegetable Ragoût With Brown Butter Couscous

    David Tanis

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

    409

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lamb Flatbread With Za’atar

    Lamb Flatbread With Za’atar

    David Tanis

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

    159

    2 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Red Wine Spaghetti With Pancetta

    Red Wine Spaghetti With Pancetta

    David Tanis

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

    953

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Zuni Café’s Zucchini Pickles

    Zuni Café’s Zucchini Pickles

    David Tanis, Judy Rodgers

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

    260

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Zuni Café’s Focaccia

    Zuni Café’s Focaccia

    David Tanis

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

    337

    2 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Garlic Aioli

    Garlic Aioli

    David Tanis, Judy Rodgers

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

    176

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

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