Thanksgiving is a very special day at the Danbury home of Ed and Ann Wicks. "Years ago in New England, Pilgrims and Indians joined together giving thanks for peace and harmony," says Ed Wicks. "We ...

Early in the day or the night before, put the armagnac, prunes, and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan, and bring to a simmer. Remove from heat, cover the pan, and allow the prunes to steep for 6 hours or ...

Combine porcini mushrooms and 2 cups hot water in medium bowl. Let stand until porcini mushrooms, soften, about 15 minutes.In a saucepan melt butter and add carrots, celery, parsnips and shallots.

Wolfgang Puck's silky-smooth autumnal soup showcases sweet and earthy chestnuts with fruity ruby port and luscious heavy cream. Layered with earthy Swiss chard and meaty chestnuts, Justin Chapple's ...

If the artichoke skins are pretty clean after a good scrub, don't worry about peeling them, says Hix - Matt Austin Jerusalem artichokes are so versatile, delicious roasted, puréed or raw to be shaved ...