Don't forget to score your chestnut shells before you roast them or they could explode. You can also add flavorings like butter and herbs.

To prepare boiled chestnuts, first choose the chestnuts, discarding any with holes or that are open. Then transfer them to a bowl and completely cover them with room-temperature water (1). Let the ...

1. Put a large pot of water on to boil. With a sharp paring knife, cut a cross in the flat side of the shell of each chestnut. Cut through the shell so the nuts will be easy to peel, but try not to ...

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As delicious as fresh chestnuts are, there’s no denying that preparing them can be a real pain in the neck. The shell comes off with no problem -- it’s thin and pliable. It’s the skin underneath ...

Get into the holiday spirit with our easy technique for roasting chestnuts in your oven. You've no doubt heard crooners like Nat King Cole and Bing Crosby sing about roasting chestnuts on an open fire ...