Chestnuts are usually associated with wintertime and the holidays, but they're something you definitely need to look into keeping around all year. Unlike other nuts, they're very low in fat and calories, but still have no cholesterol and plenty of protein, dietary fiber, and vitamin E. They're also one of only nuts that has a measurable amount of vitamin C, but there's something of a catch. They're more perishable than most nuts, and need to be kept in the fridge. Start using them regularly and they won't be around long enough to go bad, especially when you start using them as a low-calorie, low-fat companion to rice and pasta.
So, how exactly do you use them? Sure, you can roast them, but they also make a great addition to hearty comfort foods, like this mushroom, chestnut and ale pie from Wallflower Kitchen, and these chestnut and pear raviolis from Our Italian Table.
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