Homemade Chestnut Paste

1. 1

   Wash the chestnuts, pour in enough water to cover them and cook them for 8-12 minutes in a pressure cooker.

2. 2

   When the pressure has dropped, drain them in a sieve and spoon out the insides.

3. 3

   Place all the ingredients except for the rum in a saucepan and mash the chestnuts as they simmer (simmer well until the water has evaporated).

4. 4

   When it has cooled down, put the mixture in a food processor, and add the rum for the aroma and blend.

5. 5

   Pour it into a sterilized container and it's done.

6. 6

   Note: It has a lot of water but it is low in sugar, so it won't keep for very long.

7. 7

   Refrigerate the amount you wish to use and freeze the rest.

8. 8

   It's nice as a bread filling.

9. 9

   It's also nice used in this recipe.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.