Peppered Maple Butter Chestnuts

‘The Two most Powerful Warriors are Patience & Time’

Nothing can be truer of Roast Chestnuts. They take love and care to prepare but you will be rewarded by their creamy, sweet texture, the epitome of the comfort of Fall & Winter.

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Peppered Maple Butter Chestnuts

Prep time: 30 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 1 Hour

‘The Two most Powerful Warriors are Patience & Time’Nothing can be truer of Roast Chestnuts. They take love and care to prepare but you will be rewarded by their creamy, sweet texture, the epitome of the comfort of Fall & Winter.

Ingredients

• 500g Chestnuts
• 200g Unsalted Butter
• 3tbsp Maple Syrup
• 1tsp Black Peppercorns, crushed
• 4 Sprigs Fresh Rosemary
• ½ tsp Sea Salt Flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat oven 180C. Lay each chestnut on its flat side and cut an X through the skin, trying not to cut too deep into the flesh.
2. Soak the chestnuts in a bowl of boiled water for 10 minutes, then drain. Lay the chestnuts on a baking sheet with the X facing up. Roast for 25-35 minutes or until they sin has peeled back and the chestnuts feel tender.
3. Meanwhile heat the butter in a small pan over a low heat until melted, increase the heat and bubble until the milk solids begin to turn brown. The bubbles will slow, and the butter will begin to small toasted and biscuitty.
4. Remove from the heat, stir in the maple syrup,pepper, and rosemary, and set aside.
5. Peel the chestnuts while still warm, taking care to remove all the inner membrane which can be tough and bitter.
6. Add the chestnuts to the pan of butter and stir well to coat. Tumble into a serving bowl, sprinkle with salt flakes and serve.

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