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• Roasted chestnuts are a Thanksgiving and Christmas tradition. They are fairly easy to cook, and can be eating warm by themselves or incorporated into another dish. Take care when peeling and consuming, as the steam from inside the shells can be extremely hot.

• Fast Facts

  1. Roasted on street corners in New York City
  2. Chestnuts low in fat
  3. Roasted chestnuts used in stuffing and casseroles

• Roasting Chestnuts Tips

  1. Partially slice shell before roasting
  2. Presoaking before roasting makes them easier to peel
  3. Should be shaken during roasting to ensure even cooking
  4. Let them cool before attempting to peel and eat

• Roasting Chestnuts Methods

  1. Roasted in a hot oven, or broiled in the broiler
  2. Can be cooked in microwave if adding to a dish
  3. Cooked over an open fire in a metal roaster or grill basket
  4. Can be cooked on a stove top in a chestnut pan
  5. Can be boiled, then peeled, then boiled again until cooked

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