Description
Experience the cozy flavors of roasted chestnuts paired with earthy wild mushrooms in this comforting dish. Perfect for chilly evenings and festive gatherings, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a stunning, restaurant-quality meal that promises to warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds. With each bite, savor the nutty richness complemented by aromatic herbs, making it an ideal addition to any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh chestnuts (approximately 8-10)
- 2 cups wild mushrooms (shiitake and oyster), sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Score an 'X' on the flat sides of chestnuts; boil in water for 5 minutes.
- Drain chestnuts and let cool before peeling.
- In a bowl, combine sliced mushrooms, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread mushroom mixture on a lined baking sheet; roast for 20 minutes.
- Add peeled chestnuts to the baking sheet; roast for an additional 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg