Selected for their shape and flavor. Oval-shaped chestnuts with tender flesh and a delicate, elegant flavor. Size: 40-50 nuts per kg.
Origins: Mostly from central Italy: the Apennines of Tuscany and Emilia, the Florence and Bologna regions.
Suggested uses: Drained and served as is; drained and glazed in the oven.
Glazing method: The glaze must be prepared 24 hours before use.
Pour the syrup into a large container. Add icing sugar in an amount equivalent to the weight of the drained product.
Mix well, using a spatula rather than a whisk, which could introduce too much air.
Sprinkle the surface with a little water to prevent a crust from forming, which would prevent the air trapped in the mixture from evaporating.
Leave to rest. Depending on your experience, you can add more or less icing sugar to obtain a thicker or thinner crust.