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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

795 recipes

  • Fennel Salad With Anchovy and Olives

    Fennel Salad With Anchovy and Olives

    David Tanis

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

    292

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spaghetti With Lentils, Tomato and Fennel

    Spaghetti With Lentils, Tomato and Fennel

    David Tanis

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

    355

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Red Lentil Loaf

    Red Lentil Loaf

    David Tanis

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

    745

    2 hours, plus cooling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Smoky Lentil Stew With Leeks and Potatoes

    Smoky Lentil Stew With Leeks and Potatoes

    David Tanis

    6349 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    6,349

    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

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

    233

    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

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

    320

    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

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

    323

    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

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

    179

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Baked Polenta With Ricotta and Parmesan

    Baked Polenta With Ricotta and Parmesan

    David Tanis

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

    620

    1 hour, plus soaking

    or to save this recipe.

  • Panna Cotta With Figs and Berries

    Panna Cotta With Figs and Berries

    David Tanis

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

    486

    20 minutes, plus cooling and chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Roasted Peppers With Capers, Olives and Anchovy

    Roasted Peppers With Capers, Olives and Anchovy

    David Tanis

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

    118

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Peach and Berry Macedonia With Sparkling Rosé

    Peach and Berry Macedonia With Sparkling Rosé

    David Tanis

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

    78

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Lobster Salad With Green Beans, Tomatoes and Basil

    Lobster Salad With Green Beans, Tomatoes and Basil

    David Tanis

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

    156

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cornmeal Pine Nut Cookies

    Cornmeal Pine Nut Cookies

    David Tanis

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

    283

    40 minutes, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Herbed Goat Cheese and Roasted Pepper Toasts

    Herbed Goat Cheese and Roasted Pepper Toasts

    David Tanis

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

    128

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Strawberry-Coconut Ice Cream Cake

    Strawberry-Coconut Ice Cream Cake

    David Tanis

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

    205

    30 minutes, plus freezing

    or to save this recipe.

  • Black Bean Burger With an Egg on Top

    Black Bean Burger With an Egg on Top

    David Tanis

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

    874

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Chopped Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    Chopped Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    David Tanis

    1127 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,127

    40 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Jalapeño Pickles

    Jalapeño Pickles

    David Tanis

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

    85

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Crostini With Sun-Dried Tomato and Anchovy

    Crostini With Sun-Dried Tomato and Anchovy

    David Tanis

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

    135

    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

    1021 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,021

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tuna-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers

    Tuna-Stuffed Piquillo Peppers

    David Tanis

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

    125

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Potato Soup With Indian Spices

    Potato Soup With Indian Spices

    David Tanis

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

    513

    About 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

    1422 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars

    1,422

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Potato Salad With Capers and Anchovies

    Potato Salad With Capers and Anchovies

    David Tanis

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

    553

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Meatballs With Chickpeas

    Spicy Meatballs With Chickpeas

    David Tanis

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

    1,042

    1 hour

    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

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

    467

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Grilled Chicken Pita With Yogurt Sauce and Arugula

    Grilled Chicken Pita With Yogurt Sauce and Arugula

    David Tanis

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

    392

    25 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Steamed Clams With Garlic-Parsley Butter and Leeks

    Steamed Clams With Garlic-Parsley Butter and Leeks

    David Tanis

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

    132

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Fresh Ricotta With Rhubarb, Ginger and Cardamom

    Fresh Ricotta With Rhubarb, Ginger and Cardamom

    David Tanis

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

    176

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

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

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

    David Tanis

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

    164

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • 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

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

    411

    1 hour, plus chilling

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tangerine Sorbet With Sake

    Tangerine Sorbet With Sake

    David Tanis

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

    212

    40 minutes, plus freezing

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Miso Chicken in Ginger, Leek and Scallion Broth

    Miso Chicken in Ginger, Leek and Scallion Broth

    David Tanis

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

    550

    1 hour

    or to save this recipe.

  • Tofu and Herb Salad With Sesame

    Tofu and Herb Salad With Sesame

    David Tanis

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

    234

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

    easy
  • Smoked Salmon Sandwiches With Cucumber, Radish and Herbs

    Smoked Salmon Sandwiches With Cucumber, Radish and Herbs

    David Tanis

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

    185

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Ham and Cheese Croque With Dijon

    Ham and Cheese Croque With Dijon

    David Tanis

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

    250

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spicy Steak and Watercress on a Roll

    Spicy Steak and Watercress on a Roll

    David Tanis

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

    47

    30 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Cream Cheese Sandwiches With Dates, Pecans and Rosemary

    Cream Cheese Sandwiches With Dates, Pecans and Rosemary

    David Tanis

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

    175

    30 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

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

    298

    20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Spinach and Feta Borek

    Spinach and Feta Borek

    David Tanis

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

    582

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Almond Cake With Saffron and Honey

    Almond Cake With Saffron and Honey

    David Tanis

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

    327

    2 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Slow-Roasted Turkish Lamb

    Slow-Roasted Turkish Lamb

    David Tanis

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

    311

    About 4 hours

    or to save this recipe.

  • Rice Pilaf With Pumpkin, Currants and Pine Nuts

    Rice Pilaf With Pumpkin, Currants and Pine Nuts

    David Tanis

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

    171

    45 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

  • Caramel Pears With Rosemary, Honey and Walnuts

    Caramel Pears With Rosemary, Honey and Walnuts

    David Tanis

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

    206

    1 hour

    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

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

    659

    1 hour 20 minutes

    or to save this recipe.

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