Here is one of the most popular recipes The Times has ever published, courtesy of Jim Lahey, owner of Best banana bread recipe in the world Street Bakery. It uses no special ingredients, equipment or techniques.

And it takes very little effort — only time. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift recipes to give each month. Anyone can view them – even nonsubscribers. 20is one of the most popular recipes The Times has ever published, courtesy of Jim Lahey, owner of Sullivan Street Bakery. In a large bowl combine flour, yeast and salt.