Chestnut jam is a delicious sweet preparation made from large whole chestnuts, fennel seeds, sugar, salt, vanilla, and cognac. Its origins trace back to the ancient Italian culinary tradition and it represents an authentic delight for the palate. Its soft consistency and intense flavor make it perfect for pairing with cheeses, desserts, and toasted bread. Chestnut jam is a masterpiece of autumn sweetness, ideal for enjoying on cool winter days.
Put the chestnuts in cold water with fennel seeds and salt
Boil for about 40 minutes, and once cooked, peel and pass them through a food mill
In a pot, combine the chestnut puree obtained with an equal amount of sugar, add the vanilla pod and 1 glass of water
Cook for about an hour over low heat, stirring constantly, until the desired consistency is reached
Turn off, remove the vanilla and incorporate the cognac
Put the jam into jars and consume after 1 month
Large pot
Immersion blender
Glass jars for preservation
Italy
| Energy (kcal) | 182.06 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 34.35 |
| of which Sugars (g) | 8.89 |
| Fat (g) | 1.72 |
| of which Saturates (g) | 0.28 |
| Protein (g) | 2.83 |
| Fiber (g) | 4.74 |
| Sale (g) | 0.01 |
