Chestnut and Bay Leaf Gravy

Transform your holiday table with this luxurious Chestnut and Bay Leaf Gravy, a perfect complement to roasts, mashed potatoes, or plant-based mains. Featuring the nutty richness of roasted chestnuts, the subtle aromatic touch of fresh bay leaves, and a splash of dry white wine for a hint of acidity, this velvety gravy strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and sophistication. A buttery roux forms the base, while heavy cream adds a luscious texture that coats every bite. Whether blended silky smooth or left delightfully textured, this unique gravy recipe is a festive showstopper that's ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy gathering, this homemade chestnut gravy is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 150 g Roasted chestnuts (peeled and roughly chopped)
• 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 leaves Fresh bay leaves
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 500 ml Vegetable or chicken stock
• 100 ml Dry white wine
• 50 ml Heavy cream
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the butter and olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until the butter has melted.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion to the saucepan and sauté for 6-8 minutes, or until soft and lightly golden.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and bay leaves, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the all-purpose flour to the pan and stir well to form a roux. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the vegetable or chicken stock and dry white wine, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Add the chopped roasted chestnuts to the pan and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the gravy to thicken.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves from the gravy. Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the mixture until smooth, or leave it slightly chunky if preferred.

Step 9

Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1000.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1187.7

Total Fat 71.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 143mg	0%
Sodium 3035.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 11.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 109.5mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1292.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 38.7%