Chestnut And Bay Leaf Gravy Recipe

Elevate your vegetarian dishes with this rich and flavorful Chestnut & Bay Leaf Gravy! Perfect for roasted vegetables, hearty stews, or even as a side sauce, this gravy is surprisingly easy to make and can be prepped ahead of time. The earthy chestnuts and aromatic bay leaves create a depth of flavor that will impress your guests. Make it tonight and enjoy!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 412.7 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chestnut And Bay Leaf Gravy

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How to Make Chestnut And Bay Leaf Gravy

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add 1 chopped carrot, 1 chopped celery stalk, 1 chopped leek, and ½ a chopped onion. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in 2 bay leaves, 1 cup dry white wine (or vegetable broth), 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and 2 cups of vegetable stock.
  3. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  4. Strain the gravy through a fine-mesh sieve into a jug, discarding the vegetables.
  5. Return the strained gravy to the pan. Add 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 teaspoon yeast extract.
  6. Add 1 cup cooked chestnuts (canned or pre-cooked) and the remaining ½ chopped onion. Simmer gently for another 10 minutes, allowing the chestnuts to heat through and the flavors to deepen.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm over your favorite dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

6g

Carbs

18g