In the church of "Pio Monte della Misericordia" in Naples is exhibited the magnificent painting by Caravaggio (Michelangelo Merisi, 1571-1610), known as “The Works of Mercy”. "Pio Monte della Misericordia" was an old charitable institution (1610) in the historical centre of Naples.
The painting represents the corporal works of mercy in a single canvas where the figures synthesize with a few essential gestures all the essence of Christian charity expressed in the capacity of everyday people: feed the hungry, clothe the poor, assist the sick, give hospitality to foreigners. Owing to its inspirational, reformative character, it is considered the most important religiou ... continue

For 8 servings:

• tablespoon (1 package) active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup warm water (110 to 115 degrees)
• 2/3 cup raisins
• 5 tablespoons butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 4 large egg yolks
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 4 1/2 to 5 cups or more
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
• 1 tablespoon finely grated orange peel
• 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel
• 1/2 cup chopped citron

Dissolve the yeast in the 1/4 cup warm water in a small bowl. Let ye ... continue