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Arrosto con Salsa di Castagne

Cultural Context

Arrosto con Salsa di Castagne is a traditional Italian dish that celebrates the flavors of autumn, particularly the use of chestnuts. Roasting meats with seasonal ingredients is a time-honored practice in Italy, especially during family gatherings and festive occasions. Today, this dish is enjoyed in various forms across the country, often featuring different meats and sauces, reflecting regional variations.

ItalianITmain
150 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.2 kg beef roast
750 grams boiled chestnuts
1 medium onion
1 large potato
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
1 glass of milk
2 liters vegetable broth (made with 2 carrots, 2 celery stalks, half an onion, 1 bay leaf, coarse salt, and 2 liters of water)

beef roast

🥗Healthier: pork loin

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are less expensive and cook faster.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Grape juice offers sweetness without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a similar fat content.

1

Cook the beef roast for about 3 hours.

2

After 1.5 hours of cooking, add the milk and cook for another 30 minutes.

3

Remove the bay leaf and blend half of the cooking liquid, including the chestnuts, onions, and potatoes, to create a delicious sauce.

4

Slice the meat into 0.5 cm thick slices and return it to the pan, drizzling with the blended sauce, and cook for another 45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingroastingdeglazing

Equipment Needed

pan

Allergens

milk
Local Name: Arrosto con Salsa di Castagne

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