But what exactly does it take to roast chestnuts on an open fire?

Better yet, how in the world do you roast chestnuts?

Roasting chestnuts in the oven is actually easy to do.

bowl of roasted chestnuts

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you might actually buy wet chestnuts in the store that have already been roasted and shelled.

These types of chestnuts usually come in a jar, which are not the punch in you want.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on roasting chestnuts.

picking up a roasted chestnut

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Roasted Chestnuts Recipe

Makes 20-30 chestnuts

Ingredients

1 lb.

Using a serratedknife, carefully cut an ‘X’ into the chestnut.

The easiest way to know if the chestnuts are done is if you see they are starting to peel.

cutting an x into the top of each chestnut with a serrated knife

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If you leave them in too long, they may actually explode.

So keep an eye on them!

This will make them easier to peel.

soaking chestnuts in a bowl with hot water

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Leave them in the bowl with the towel for at least 5 minutes.

Full Chestnut Recipe

Easy, healthy,350-calorie recipe ideasyou can make at home.

patting the chestnuts dry with a towel

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mixing the chestnuts with melted butter salt and rosemary

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spreading chestnuts on a baking sheet

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roasted chestnuts on a baking sheet

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covering a bowl of roasted chestnuts with a towel to steam

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picking up a chestnuts from a bowl getting ready to peel it

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