How to make it

  • Cut across the flat side of each nut. Place in boiling water and simmer for 15 minutes. Cool and shell. Remove the brown skins with a sharp knife.
  • Heat butter in a 3qt saucepan.
  • Saute nuts for just a minute, stirring constantly to keep them from burning.
  • Add the stock.
  • Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer until chestnuts are tender. (20 minutes)
  • Strain the mixture, and return the stock to the pot.
  • Puree the chestnuts and return to the stock and bring to a boil. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in the cream and sugar.
  • Add pepper and salt to taste.
  • Serve warm.

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