Marmellata di castagne

alice96

Preparation time

1 ora e 30 minuti

Difficulty

Media

Cooking time

1 ora

Servings

8

Extra time

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Prepara una marmellata di castagne fatta in casa: cremosa, dolce e perfetta per colazioni autunnali e dolci golosi. Solo pochi ingredienti naturali!

Ingredients

• Chestnuts
  1 Kg
• Granulated sugar
  500 g
• Water
  500 ml
• Rum
  2 tablespoons
• Vanilla essence
  to taste

Procedure

0. Wash the chestnuts and score them with a small knife on the rounded side, being careful not to cut yourself. Place the chestnuts in a pot with water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for about 30 minutes. Once cooked, drain and peel them while still warm, removing both the outer skin and the inner skin.

1. Place the peeled chestnuts in a saucepan with 500 ml of water. Add the vanilla pod split lengthwise (or the extract). Bring the water to a boil and cook for 10-15 minutes until the chestnuts begin to fall apart slightly.

2. Remove the vanilla pod (if using) and blend the chestnuts with an immersion blender or food processor until smooth. If the puree is too thick, add a little of the cooking water to loosen it.

3. Return the puree to the saucepan and add the sugar. Stir well to combine. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent sticking, for about 30-40 minutes, or until the jam reaches the desired consistency.

4. When almost cooked, add the shot of rum for a hint of flavor. Let it cook for a few more minutes to evaporate the alcohol.

5. To check if the jam is ready, place a teaspoon of jam on a small plate and let it cool. Tilt the plate: if the jam doesn't slide off quickly, it's ready.

6. If you prefer a sweeter jam, you can increase the sugar content to 700-750 g. For a more rustic texture, you can puree the chestnuts instead of blending them. The jam is perfect for filling autumn desserts, spread on bread, or served with aged cheeses for a gourmet pairing.

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Creation date Nov 06, 2024

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