There is a nice range of quick to time-intensive recipes in this book. Some are so simple, they're more like suggestions, but I think it's in line with Oliver's egalitarian approach toward cooking. Someone who is time-pressed or not terribly confidant in their kitchen skills wouldn't feel like they were on the outside looking in on some club they couldn't be part of and very well might be inspired to take the plunge. A first-time baker would have a lot of success with the Torta (sorry no page # handy!) with the pine nuts scattered on the top. Super easy, keeps well, and subtly flavored. Also, I...