The secret of this recipe is to use a stand mixer and allow it to do most of the work. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast 1 tablespoon sugar 2 1/4 cups warm water 1/2 cup dry milk powder 5 cups all-purpose flour, and more, as needed 2 1/2 teaspoons salt 3 tablespoons extra...Read More

Serve this summery roasted chicken with creamy polenta. INGREDIENTS: 1 (5 lb) whole air-chilled chicken 3 lemons, halved 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling on vegetables 10 garlic cloves, lightly mashed 10 sprigs fresh thyme 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves Salt and fresh coarse ground pepper 1 yellow onion, peeled, cut into wedges...Read More

There are many versions of this cake recipe on the internet, but I especially enjoy the version from Babbo Cookbook, by Mario Batali. It’s the perfect, not-too-sweet kind of cake to enjoy with an espresso or cup of tea. INGREDIENTS: Cake 4 eggs 3/4 cup sugar 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons finely chopped...Read More