...110-degree water a method that has produced good results in the past. I combined yeast water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoons olive oil with 21/2 cups all-purpose flour. Using a breadhook, I mixed it on the No. 2 speed. I slowly added more...

...Makes 4 servings. *Kitchen Ade Note: If you cannot locate diced tomatoes already containing garlic and olive oil, use a 14.5 ounce can of diced tomatoes, plus 2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic and 2 teaspoons olive oil for this recipe.

...over the top of bread while it is still hot. Italian Bread 1 cup, plus 2 tablespoons warm (110 degrees) water 2 teaspoons olive oil 3 1/4 cups bread flour 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 2 1/2 teaspoons rapid rise or bread...

...chunks. 1 small can of pineapple tidbits HEAT 2 teaspoons olive oil to hot and add the cubed chicken in batches. Remove to heated platter. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil and stir fry vegetables until tender crispy tender...

...freeze for up to 3 months. Makes about 2 quarts Twice-Baked Potatoes with Irish Cheddar 4 large russet potatoes 2 teaspoons olive oil cup half-and-half cup sour cream, plus additional for serving 1 cups shredded Irish Cheddar cheese or your...

2 tablespoons butter, plus more for greasing custard cups 1 teaspoon olive oil 3/4 cup minced mushrooms 1 small bunch scallions, minced 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen spinach, cooked, drained and squeezed...

...Arborio rice, imported from Italy, makes perfect risotto. Photo by Sue Ade/Morris News Ser 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon olive oil 3 tablespoons minced green onion 2/3 cup Arborio rice 1 cup brut or extra dry champagne 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can...

2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup dry white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth 2 plum tomatoes, chopped...

2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup dry white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth 2 plum tomatoes, chopped...