Castañas en Almíbar are chestnuts preserved in syrup by De lo Nuestro Artesano in Carracedelo, in Spain’s El Bierzo region. The product is part of a range of traditional preserves sold under the S.A.T. El Artesano Raúl Valcarce brand. It is made with Castaña del Bierzo chestnuts, which carry a quality designation identifying their origin in the region.
The chestnuts are peeled by hand and cooked before being preserved in syrup. They can be enjoyed on their own as a sweet treat or added to desserts, such as ice cream and cakes.
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