Colomba Pasquale

The Easter dove, a symbol of the Resurrection, is a traditional pastry throughout Italy. Made from a yeast dough, the colomba is easy to prepare and simple to shape. It is usually encrusted with coarse sugar granules, but this version leaves the surface plain, to be lightly dusted with confectioners’ sugar after baking. For an alternate presentation, divide the dough in half and shape into 2 round loaves, baking each on a separat