Baked Apples And Chestnut Puree Recipe

Name: Baked Apples And Chestnut Puree Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Fresh chestnuts Or possibly; 1 1/2 c. Canned or possibly bottled chestnuts Or possibly; 4 ounce Dry chestnuts, cooked; 1/3 c. Soy lowfat milk; 1/3 c. Apple juice; 5 Tbsp. Maple syrup; 1 tsp Cinnamon; 1/4 tsp Nutmeg; 1/3 c. Raisins or possibly currants; 6 x Sweet apples Few tb lemon juice Additional cinnamon; 3/4 c. White wine; 3 Tbsp. Margarine; 1 x Cinnamon stick Mint leaves & thin orange slices for garnish

Servings: persons

1 lb Fresh chestnuts Or possibly
1 1/2 c. Canned or possibly bottled chestnuts Or possibly
4 ounce Dry chestnuts, cooked
1/3 c. Soy lowfat milk
1/3 c. Apple juice
5 Tbsp. Maple syrup
1 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1/3 c. Raisins or possibly currants
6 x Sweet apples Few tb lemon juice Additional cinnamon
3/4 c. White wine
3 Tbsp. Margarine
1 x Cinnamon stick Mint leaves & thin orange slices for garnish

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["Preheat oven to 350F.", "To prepare fresh chestnuts, cook covered, in water, for 20 min until expanded & lighter in colour.", "To prepare canned chestnuts, cook in their liquid until heated through.", "To prepare dry chestnuts, cook according to package directions.", "Drain & rinse warm chestnuts under cool water.", "Cut off flat part with a sharp knife & scoop nut meat with a spoon.", "In a food processor, combine chestnut meat with soy lowfat milk, juice, 4 tb maple syrup, 1 ts cinnamon & nutmeg.", "Mix in raisins or possibly currants.", "Peel apples & remove core from top, leaving the bottom intact.", "Hollow out the apple leaving a 1/2"" shell.", "Brush shell with lemon juice to prevent discoloration.", "Sprinkle inside with a little cinnamon.", "Chop scooped out apple & mix with the chestnut puree.", "Fill apple shells with chestnut-apple stuffing.", "Place in a grease proof dish & pour wine & remaining syrup around the base of the apples.", "Add in margarine & cinnamon stick to the pan.", "Bake 30 to 40 min, basting occasionally with the wine mix.", "Garnish & serve."]

507

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Fresh chestnuts Or possibly, 1 1/2 c. Canned or possibly bottled chestnuts Or possibly, 4 ounce Dry chestnuts, cooked, 1/3 c. Soy lowfat milk, and more.

Yes, Baked Apples And Chestnut Puree Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!