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Savory Chestnut Puree

:  November/December 2011

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Try this easy, elegant chestnut puree with roasted quail, turkey or chicken.


Savory Chestnut Puree Recipe

Makes: 4 servings, about 3/4 cup each

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Nutrition Profile

Low calorie | High fiber | Low saturated fat | Low cholesterol | Low sodium | High potassium | Heart healthy | Healthy weight | Gluten free |

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Ingredients

  • 1 14-ounce jar roasted chestnuts (see Tip)
  • 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

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Preparation

  1. Combine chestnuts, broth, water, thyme and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, partially covered, until the chestnuts easily break apart, 10 to 20 minutes. Remove the thyme.
  2. Transfer the chestnut mixture to a food processor; puree until the mixture is very smooth and has the consistency of a thick spread. Add a little more broth if a thinner consistency is desired. Return the puree to the pan; cover to keep warm.
  3. Reheat over low heat just before serving; thin with a little water, if desired.

Tips & Notes

  • Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 2 up to 1 hour in advance.
  • Tip: Cooked peeled chestnuts are available in jars in the baking aisle or with seasonal foods at many supermarkets.

Nutrition

Per serving: 247 calories; 2 g fat ( 0 g sat , 1 g mono ); 0 mg cholesterol; 53 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 4 g protein; 5 g fiber; 177 mg sodium; 639 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (47% daily value), Potassium (20% dv), Folate (19% dv)

Carbohydrate Servings: 3 1/2

Exchanges: 3 1/2 starch


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Recipe Categories

Ethnic/Regional
French
Health & Diet Considerations
Low calorie
Low cholesterol
Low saturated fat
Low sodium
Heart healthy
Healthy weight
High fiber
High potassium
Gluten free
Ease of Preparation
Easy
Total Time
45 minutes or less
Servings
4
Preparation/ Technique
Saute
Meal/Course
Dinner

Season
Fall
Winter
Holiday
Christmas
New Year's Eve
Thanksgiving
Style/Theme
Budget
Entertaining, casual
Entertaining, formal
Type of Dish
Side dish, potato/starch
Publication
November/December 2011
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