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Fresh Chestnuts grow in pairs within round spiky green flowers, also known as catkins. The hard, thin-shelled nuts are a shiny brown and measure between 3 and 4 centimeters in diameter. Each nut has one flattened side, where it was pressed against the second seed as it developed. The flesh is a creamy white with a firm, crisp texture. They have a starchy, meaty texture when boiled or roasted and have a mild and slightly sweet flavor.
Fresh Chestnuts are used in both sweet and savory applications. They are roasted on the stove or in the oven and served on their own or prepared like a vegetable. Before cooking, the shells are scored to make them easier to peel. Once cooked they can be chopped for use in stuffing, risottos, and pasta dishes. They can be pureed and used as a substitute for peanut butter, mashed like potatoes or saluted with celery, carrots and onions for soup. Prepared Fresh Chestnuts are dehydrated and ground into flour for use as a gluten free .
Fresh Chestnuts will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 months. They can be frozen for longer storage.
Roasted Chestnuts with Sage
Ingredients:
2 cups fresh unshelled chestnuts
2 tablespoons fresh sage leaves
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions:
