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Roasted Chestnuts

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Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 8 to 10 servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 to 2 pounds whole chestnuts in shell
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/4 cup water

Special Equipment

a chestnut knife (optional); a large heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron) with a lid

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Make a large X in each chestnut with chestnut knife or a sharp paring knife, cutting through shell. Toss chestnuts with oil in a bowl.

    Step 2

    Heat dry skillet over moderately low heat until hot, then roast chestnuts in skillet on stovetop, covered, stirring every few minutes, for 15 minutes total.

    Step 3

    Add water and continue to roast, covered, stirring occasionally, until water is evaporated and chestnuts are tender, about 5 minutes more. Serve hot.

TagsChestnutNutSnackVeganVegetarianDairy FreeGluten FreeRoastCast Iron SkilletWinterGourmet
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