- Mash the Merchant Gourmet Whole Chestnuts with a fork until they resemble a coarse crumb.
- Add the apple, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg to a saucepan with a small splash of water.
- Cover and cook gently over a medium-low heat for around 20 minutes, until softened but still holding their shape.
- Stir through the date syrup, cook for 1 minute more, then remove from the heat.
- Meanwhile, add the oats and almond milk to a saucepan and cook over a medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring regularly.
- Stir in the almond butter, mashed chestnuts and cinnamon.
- Continue cooking for a further 5 minutes until thick and creamy, adding a splash more almond milk or water if needed.
- Spoon the porridge into a serving bowl.
- Top with the stewed apples.
- Finish with chopped pecans and a drizzle of date syrup.
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