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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

789 recipes

  • Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs With Carrots

    Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs With Carrots

    David Tanis

    1004 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,004

    3 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Five-Peppercorn Fish Fillets

    Five-Peppercorn Fish Fillets

    David Tanis

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

    271

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Seeded Molasses Whole-Wheat Dinner Rolls

    Seeded Molasses Whole-Wheat Dinner Rolls

    David Tanis, Uri Scheft

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

    164

    3 hours, plus overnight rising

    or to save this recipe.

  • Fragrant Thai-Style Clams in Coconut Broth

    Fragrant Thai-Style Clams in Coconut Broth

    David Tanis

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

    304

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Hot Italian Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Frittata

    Hot Italian Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Frittata

    David Tanis

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

    715

    1 hour

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  • Pecan-Raisin Rolls

    Pecan-Raisin Rolls

    David Tanis

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

    343

    2 hours, plus rising

    or to save this recipe.

  • Savory Pecan Cookies

    Savory Pecan Cookies

    David Tanis

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

    493

    1 hour, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spiced Pecan Date Shortbread Bars

    Spiced Pecan Date Shortbread Bars

    David Tanis

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

    285

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Oyster Pie With Leeks, Bacon and Mashed Potatoes

    Oyster Pie With Leeks, Bacon and Mashed Potatoes

    David Tanis

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

    220

    About 1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pakistani Potato Samosas

    Pakistani Potato Samosas

    David Tanis

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

    234

    About 1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Braised Duck Legs With Plums and Red Wine

    Braised Duck Legs With Plums and Red Wine

    David Tanis

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

    168

    2 hours

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  • Italian-Style Fish Stew

    Italian-Style Fish Stew

    David Tanis

    1663 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,663

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Wild Mushroom and Butter Bean Pasta

    Wild Mushroom and Butter Bean Pasta

    David Tanis

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

    371

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baku Fish Kebabs

    Baku Fish Kebabs

    David Tanis, Naomi Duguid

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

    106

    1 hour

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  • Baked Spinach Rice

    Baked Spinach Rice

    David Tanis

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

    894

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Codfish Cakes With Sweet Peppers and Onions

    Codfish Cakes With Sweet Peppers and Onions

    David Tanis

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

    138

    1 hour, plus 3 hours' curing

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lamb Steak With Lebanese Spices

    Lamb Steak With Lebanese Spices

    David Tanis

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

    232

    45 minutes, plus 1 hour marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Summer Vegetable Couscous With Spicy Pesto

    Summer Vegetable Couscous With Spicy Pesto

    David Tanis

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

    214

    2 hours

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  • Grilled Sea Scallops With Yellow Beets, Cucumbers and Lime

    Grilled Sea Scallops With Yellow Beets, Cucumbers and Lime

    David Tanis

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

    416

    About 1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Corn, Avocado and Cucumber Salad

    Corn, Avocado and Cucumber Salad

    David Tanis

    1504 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

    1,504

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Tomato Tart With Fresh Mozzarella and Anchovies

    Tomato Tart With Fresh Mozzarella and Anchovies

    David Tanis

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

    235

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Charred Tomatoes With Egg, Anchovies and Bread Crumbs

    Charred Tomatoes With Egg, Anchovies and Bread Crumbs

    David Tanis

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

    154

    30 minutes

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  • Pasta Fredda with Cherry Tomatoes, Anchovies and Herbs

    Pasta Fredda with Cherry Tomatoes, Anchovies and Herbs

    David Tanis

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

    795

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Chicken Salad With Green Beans, Capers and Olives

    Grilled Chicken Salad With Green Beans, Capers and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    243

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mashed Eggplant With Capers, Scallions and Parsley

    Mashed Eggplant With Capers, Scallions and Parsley

    David Tanis

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

    148

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Zucchini and Cherry Tomatoes With Red Pepper Dressing

    Zucchini and Cherry Tomatoes With Red Pepper Dressing

    David Tanis, Aglaia Kremezi

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

    165

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cucumbers With Feta, Mint and Sumac

    Cucumbers With Feta, Mint and Sumac

    David Tanis

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

    499

    15 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chard-Wrapped Greek Yogurt Pies

    Chard-Wrapped Greek Yogurt Pies

    David Tanis, Aglaia Kremezi

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

    243

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Summer Squash Curry, Shellfish Optional

    Summer Squash Curry, Shellfish Optional

    David Tanis

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

    534

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cold Spicy Kimchi Noodles

    Cold Spicy Kimchi Noodles

    David Tanis

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

    922

    30 minutes

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  • Harira Soup

    Harira Soup

    David Tanis

    1130 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,130

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Strawberry Cassata

    Strawberry Cassata

    David Tanis

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

    865

    1 1/2 hours, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Red Pepper Crab Croquetas With Garlic-Almond Sauce

    Red Pepper Crab Croquetas With Garlic-Almond Sauce

    David Tanis

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

    148

    1 hour, plus 2 hours' chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Carrot Soup With Ginger, Turmeric and Lime

    Carrot Soup With Ginger, Turmeric and Lime

    David Tanis

    1531 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,531

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mezzelune Pasta With Peas and Shiitake Mushrooms

    Mezzelune Pasta With Peas and Shiitake Mushrooms

    David Tanis

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

    126

    1 1/2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Dandelion Salad With Beets, Bacon and Goat Cheese Toasts

    Dandelion Salad With Beets, Bacon and Goat Cheese Toasts

    David Tanis

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

    59

    20 minutes, plus time to cook beets

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mashed Fava Bean Toasts

    Mashed Fava Bean Toasts

    David Tanis

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

    189

    40 minutes

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  • Wild King Salmon With Savory Whipped Cream

    Wild King Salmon With Savory Whipped Cream

    David Tanis

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

    732

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Pork Satay With Thai Spices and Peanut Sauce

    Pork Satay With Thai Spices and Peanut Sauce

    David Tanis

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

    865

    45 minutes, plus marinating

    or to save this recipe.

  • Wok-Fried Asparagus With Walnuts

    Wok-Fried Asparagus With Walnuts

    David Tanis

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

    874

    20 minutes

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  • Butter-Braised Asparagus

    Butter-Braised Asparagus

    David Tanis

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

    841

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Buckwheat Crepes With Asparagus, Ham and Gruyère

    Buckwheat Crepes With Asparagus, Ham and Gruyère

    David Tanis

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

    211

    1 hour, plus at least 2 hours' chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Risotto Nero with Squid

    Risotto Nero with Squid

    David Tanis

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

    265

    45 minutes

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  • Chicken Breast Milanese With Green Olive-Celery Relish

    Chicken Breast Milanese With Green Olive-Celery Relish

    David Tanis

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

    358

    1 hour, plus optional chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Mushroom Miso Soup

    Mushroom Miso Soup

    David Tanis

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

    708

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Braised Lamb With Egg and Lemon

    Braised Lamb With Egg and Lemon

    David Tanis

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

    165

    2 1/2 hours, plus overnight chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Black-Eyed Pea Fritters

    Black-Eyed Pea Fritters

    David Tanis, Pierre Thiam

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

    233

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Pickled Carrots

    Spicy Pickled Carrots

    David Tanis, Pierre Thiam

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

    245

    20 minutes

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