Chestnuts in Syrup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 pound chestnuts
• 3 cups water
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cinnamon stick

Instructions:

1. Using a sharp knife, make a small “X” on the flat side of each chestnut.
2. In a large pan, bring the water to a boil and add the chestnuts. Boil for 5 minutes.
3. Remove the chestnuts from the pan and discard the water.
4. In the same pan, add the sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon stick with 3 cups of fresh water. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
5. Reduce the heat to medium and add the chestnuts back to the pan. Simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chestnuts are soft and the syrup has thickened.
6. Remove the chestnuts and cinnamon stick from the syrup and let cool.
7. Place the chestnuts in a jar and pour the syrup over them. Seal the jar and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Verdict:

This Chestnuts in Syrup recipe is a perfect balance of sweet and nutty. The chestnuts are soft and chewy, while the cinnamon and vanilla add a warm, inviting flavor to the syrup.

Serving Suggestions:

These chestnuts in syrup can be served as a dessert on their own or used as a topping for ice cream or yogurt. They also make a great addition to a cheese or charcuterie board.