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    The Life Jolie » Appetizers/Snacks » How to Roast Chestnuts

    How to Roast Chestnuts

    Published: Dec 9, 2015 · Modified: Jul 6, 2022 by Jessy Freimann · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads.

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    Roasting Chestnuts is not as hard as it seems- it's actually pretty simple. This tutorial has some simple directions for how to roast Chestnuts- it's perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas to warm you up in the cold weather!

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    My dad doesn't often cook. I'm pretty sure he can, and he certainly made a point to sit down with my Grandma Rose and learn to make her amazing sauce before she passed (it may or may not be in the safe deposit box and with good reason!). When we were kids, he would make us "Daddy Specials" which often consisted of putting some sliced salami on a piece of bread and folding it over into a sandwich or grilled cheese with tomatoes and sometimes bacon. And for as long as I could remember, we always knew winter was here because my dad would roast chestnuts.

    Roasting Chestnuts is not as hard as it seems- it's actually pretty simple. THis tutorial has some simple directions for how to roast Chestnuts!

    In general, I've always been down with trying various nuts (that's what she said!). As a kid, the aspect of cracking into and removing the shells made me feel like an adult and that was so cool. This made me much more open to tasting different types of nuts and Chestnuts quickly became a favorite. There's something about the softer, chewier texture combined with the ever-so-slightest sweet note that makes Chestnuts feel like such a treat.

    Roasting Chestnuts is not as hard as it seems- it's actually pretty simple. THis tutorial has some simple directions for how to roast Chestnuts!

    Oddly, it wasn't until just recently that I made them on my own. I'm assuming it's because my Dad always seems to have some roasted to perfection and ready to go. And he is always willing to share them with me so who am I to say no?

    The other day, I saw the giant Italian Chestnuts at the grocery store and I couldn't resist buying them. Luckily, Dad was more than willing to share his tips on how to roast chestnuts and even let me borrow their Chestnut Knife (this guy will work even better!). I strongly encourage you to grab one of these because you have to score the chestnuts to keep them from bursting under the heat and it's very easy to get cut when doing this with a regular knife.

    Roasting Chestnuts is not as hard as it seems- it's actually pretty simple. THis tutorial has some simple directions for how to roast Chestnuts!

    Either way, give them a shot- they're dangerously addictive in the best way possible and make a great snack while you're listening to Christmas carols by your beautifully decorated tree (or basking in the glow of the menorah). Bonus points if you manage to roast them over an open fire, as the song says. I just stick with my good-old-oven.

    Roasting Chestnuts is not as hard as it seems- it's actually pretty simple. THis tutorial has some simple directions for how to roast Chestnuts!

    Other great holiday recipes:

    Neapolitan Cookies

    Slice and Bake Cookies

    Pecan Tarts

    Sour Cream Cookies

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    Chestnut Knife (or this one is great too!)

    Roasting Chestnuts is not as hard as it seems- it's actually pretty simple. THis tutorial has some simple directions for how to roast Chestnuts!

    How to Roast Chestnuts

    Jessy Freimann
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    • How To Roast Chestnuts
    • When choosing your chestnuts, avoid nuts that have small holes in them, which could indicate worms. The chestnuts should be firm and solid and not feel squishy with air between the shell and the meat because that would indicate that they're old and that there could be mold in them.
    • You'll want to make sure that you score the flat side of the chestnut with a knife (or better yet, the chestnut knives linked above) to keep the nuts from bursting under the heat of the oven.
    • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
    • Spread the chestnuts on a baking sheet, with the scored sides up.
    • Cooking time will vary based on the size of the nuts- I baked mine for 30 to 40 minutes because they were very large. I would check smaller nuts starting at 15 minutes and go from there.
    • You can tell that they're done because the shell around the peeled area begins to peel back a bit.
    • Once they're done, you'll peel off the shell and the fuzzy, papery skin and enjoy!
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    1. Scott says

      December 09, 2015 at 12:14 pm

      I can honestly say I have never had roasted chestnuts. Sang about them many times, but never tried them!
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      • Jessy says

        December 10, 2015 at 3:08 pm

        If you ever come across them, give them a try- they're super tasty!
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    2. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says

      December 09, 2015 at 12:36 pm

      I've never actually had chestnuts before. Growing up in Alabama, we only sang about them. :-) They sound quite delicious!
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      • Jessy says

        December 10, 2015 at 3:08 pm

        I hope you get the chance to try them, they're unlike and other nut I've tasted!
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    3. Lakisha says

      December 09, 2015 at 1:51 pm

      I am addicted to all types of peanuts. I cut out candy from my diet and replaced it with nuts. So I completely agree.
      Reply
      • Jessy says

        December 10, 2015 at 3:07 pm

        I admire your resolve- I wish I could cut all candy out- I'll have a lot of baby weight to shed after March so I may be reaching out for some tips :)
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    4. Autumn - It's Autumn's Life says

      December 09, 2015 at 2:14 pm

      Hmm, so much nostalgia! I used to buy these from street sellers when I was living in Seoul during the winter and they were SO GOOD. I never really ate chestnuts before that and I haven't had them since I came back to the US last year. Now I can do it at home, yay!
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      • Jessy says

        December 10, 2015 at 3:06 pm

        I wish they were sold on the streets around here- I would be all over that! Thank you for sharing :)
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