How Do You Cook Italian Chestnuts & Pasta?
Italian chestnuts are very delicious, low in fat and an excellent fiber source. Here’s a recipe to incorporate them into a creamy fettucine alfredo pasta dish. To boost the fiber and protein content, add cooked chicken or fish and fresh mixed vegetables or frozen mixed vegetables to this dish. Fettucine with Chestnut Alfredo Sauce Step 1 Make a slit with a small, sharp stainless steel knife on the flat side of the chestnuts. Place them in a small saucepan and add just enough water to cover them. Bring to a rolling boil and cook chestnuts for 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat and cool. Do not drain. Step 2 Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Cook fettuccine or other pasta according to package directions. Step 3 Peel and chop chestnuts. Place them into a blender or food processor along with cooking water and 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil. Blend until smooth. Set aside. Step 4 In a medium-sized stainless steel frying pan over low heat, add 2 cups heavy whipping cream, 1/
