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Name: Authentic Kestane Şekeri (Candied Chestnuts) Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Turkey
Ingredients: 500 grams fresh chestnuts (about 1 lb); 2 cups granulated sugar; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 4 whole cloves (optional, for aroma); 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)