278 Diet Wise
Vegetarian Main Meal
SAVOURY CHESTNUT BAKE
1 onion, peeled and sliced; 1 stick of celery
2 tbsp oil
2 oz/55 g chestnuts, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, peeled
4 oz/115 g walnuts
4 oz/115 g cashews
2 fl oz (60 ml or 1/4 cup) apple juice (more if needed)
6 oz/170 g dried chestnuts, soaked overnight
Drain and simmer with enough water for 2 - 3 hours. Keep water for
stock. Salt and pepper to taste.
Set oven at 375°F/195°C. Line a loaf tin with greaseproof paper and
brush with oil. Fry onion and celery in oil for 10 minutes. Remove
from heat, add to other ingredients and blend in a food processor. Add
seasoning, and pile into the baking tin. Cover and bake for 45 minutes.
Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.