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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

789 recipes

  • Baked-Potato-Style Red Beets

    Baked-Potato-Style Red Beets

    David Tanis

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

    83

    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

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

    153

    1 hour 15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sausage With Peppers and Onions

    Sausage With Peppers and Onions

    David Tanis

    2618 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,618

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Simple Grilled Sardines

    Simple Grilled Sardines

    David Tanis

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

    126

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Classic Beef Brisket With Caramelized Onions

    Classic Beef Brisket With Caramelized Onions

    David Tanis

    1933 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,933

    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

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

    165

    30 minutes

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  • Thai-Style Spare Ribs

    Thai-Style Spare Ribs

    David Tanis, Andy Ricker

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

    560

    2 hours, plus 2 hours' marinating

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  • Okra Salad With Toasted Cumin

    Okra Salad With Toasted Cumin

    David Tanis

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

    125

    20 minutes

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  • Tomatoes With Basil and Anchovies

    Tomatoes With Basil and Anchovies

    David Tanis

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

    164

    20 minutes  

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Lemony Zucchini Slaw

    Lemony Zucchini Slaw

    David Tanis

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

    347

    30 minutes

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  • Grilled Eggplant, Peppers and Onions

    Grilled Eggplant, Peppers and Onions

    David Tanis

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

    258

    45 minutes

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  • Green Beans With Herbs and Olives

    Green Beans With Herbs and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    777

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Chilled Watermelon Soup

    Chilled Watermelon Soup

    David Tanis

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

    414

    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

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

    166

    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

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

    703

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Classic Pasta Alla Norma

    Classic Pasta Alla Norma

    David Tanis

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

    873

    30 minutes

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  • Eggplant Caponata

    Eggplant Caponata

    David Tanis

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

    773

    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

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

    251

    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

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

    189

    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

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

    90

    45 minutes

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  • Burrata With Fava Beans, Fennel and Celery

    Burrata With Fava Beans, Fennel and Celery

    David Tanis

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

    389

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Watercress Salad With Raw Beets and Radishes

    Watercress Salad With Raw Beets and Radishes

    David Tanis

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

    83

    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

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

    297

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Vietnamese Rice Noodles With Lemongrass Shrimp

    Vietnamese Rice Noodles With Lemongrass Shrimp

    David Tanis

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

    519

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Shaved Asparagus Salad With Ginger and Sesame

    Shaved Asparagus Salad With Ginger and Sesame

    David Tanis

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

    248

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Steamed Asparagus With Pistachios and Brown Butter

    Steamed Asparagus With Pistachios and Brown Butter

    David Tanis

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

    193

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Charred Asparagus With Green Garlic Chimichurri

    Charred Asparagus With Green Garlic Chimichurri

    David Tanis

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

    566

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Mushrooms on Toast

    Mushrooms on Toast

    David Tanis

    2737 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    2,737

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Farro Pasta With Peas, Pancetta and Herbs

    Farro Pasta With Peas, Pancetta and Herbs

    David Tanis

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

    62

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Monkfish Roasted With Herbs and Olives

    Monkfish Roasted With Herbs and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    345

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • White Bean Stew With Carrots, Fennel and Peas

    White Bean Stew With Carrots, Fennel and Peas

    David Tanis

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

    424

    About 2 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • White Wine-Braised Rabbit With Mustard

    White Wine-Braised Rabbit With Mustard

    David Tanis

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

    376

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Calamari With Fregola

    Spicy Calamari With Fregola

    David Tanis

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

    370

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Crab Croque-Madame

    Crab Croque-Madame

    David Tanis

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

    213

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Thin Pan-Seared Pork Chops

    Thin Pan-Seared Pork Chops

    David Tanis

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

    578

    30 minutes, plus brining

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Turkish-Style Lamb Boreks

    Turkish-Style Lamb Boreks

    David Tanis

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

    148

    1 hour

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  • Ricotta Gnocchi With Parsley Pesto

    Ricotta Gnocchi With Parsley Pesto

    David Tanis

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

    329

    40 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Sicilian-Style Citrus Salad

    Sicilian-Style Citrus Salad

    David Tanis

    1058 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,058

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Baked Rice With Chicken and Mushrooms

    Baked Rice With Chicken and Mushrooms

    David Tanis

    3010 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    3,010

    1 hour 20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baked Romanesco Broccoli With Mozzarella and Olives

    Baked Romanesco Broccoli With Mozzarella and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    876

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pan-Roasted Cauliflower With Garlic, Parsley and Rosemary

    Pan-Roasted Cauliflower With Garlic, Parsley and Rosemary

    David Tanis

    1793 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,793

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Butter-Steamed Broccoli With Peppery Bread Crumbs

    Butter-Steamed Broccoli With Peppery Bread Crumbs

    David Tanis

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

    597

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Smoked Trout and Beet Salad With Pink Caviar

    Smoked Trout and Beet Salad With Pink Caviar

    David Tanis

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

    89

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

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