Chestnut And Pear Gravy Recipe

Name: Chestnut And Pear Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ingredients to add to your turkey roasting pan; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 medium onion, choppes; 1 medium leek, chopped; 1 cup dry red wine; 4 unpeeled garlic cloves; 1 cup Madeira; bouquet garni (4 sprigs parsley, 4 thyme, 1 rosemary, 1 marjoram and 1 bay leaf) wrapped & tied in cheesecloth; 2 cups of water; giblets, washed; Stovetop Ingredients; Drippings and liquids strained from the turkey pan + enough chicken stock to make 3 cups; 1 pound pears (seckel, Bosc, Anjou or Bartlett), peeled, cored and cut into small pieces; 1/2 cup chopped peeled chestnuts (either fresh or jarred); 1/2 cup whipping cream; 2 tablespoons pear eau-de-vie (optional); 3 tablespoons butter for finishing

Servings: persons

Ingredients to add to your turkey roasting pan
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 medium onion, choppes
1 medium leek, chopped
1 cup dry red wine
4 unpeeled garlic cloves
1 cup Madeira
bouquet garni (4 sprigs parsley, 4 thyme, 1 rosemary, 1 marjoram and 1 bay leaf) wrapped & tied in cheesecloth
2 cups of water
giblets, washed
Stovetop Ingredients
Drippings and liquids strained from the turkey pan + enough chicken stock to make 3 cups
1 pound pears (seckel, Bosc, Anjou or Bartlett), peeled, cored and cut into small pieces
1/2 cup chopped peeled chestnuts (either fresh or jarred)
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons pear eau-de-vie (optional)
3 tablespoons butter for finishing

1
In large 3 quart stockpot, pour 3 cups dripping liquids, pears, chestnuts and apple brandy (optional, can use regular brandy if you want).
2
Simmer, very gently, until chestnuts are tender, about 40 minutes.
3
Sieve through fine strainer, pushing solids with a spoon, back into saucepan. Make sure you run a spoon or spatula under the sieve to get all the goodness.
4
Add cream and boil until reduced to saucelike consistency. Set aside.
5
Right before serving, stir in brandy and butter, season with salt & pepper.

343

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ingredients to add to your turkey roasting pan, 2 stalks celery, chopped, 1 medium onion, choppes, 1 medium leek, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chestnut And Pear Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Chestnut And Pear Gravy

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions