Roasted Chestnuts
Learn how to roast chestnuts using three methods: in an oven, on a stovetop, and over an open fire.
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- •Marroni chestnutsLarger, sweeter variety
- 1
Score the chestnuts using kitchen scissors, cutting lengthwise across the belly.
5 min
- 2
Soak the chestnuts in filtered water or wine for at least two hours.
2h 0m
- 3
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Drain chestnuts and arrange score-side up on a cookie sheet.
10 min
- 4
Roast in the oven for 20 minutes at 350°F, then increase to 425°F and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes.
30 min
- 5
Transfer to a bowl, cover with a towel, and let rest for 10-15 minutes to loosen skins.
15 min
- 6
For stovetop: Place chestnuts in a chestnut roasting pan over medium-low heat, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
10 min
- 7
Increase heat to medium and cook for an additional 20 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally.
20 min
- 8
For open fire: Place chestnuts in a pan over fire, shaking every 2-3 minutes, cook for 10-15 minutes.
15 min
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