
Chestnuts in shell
Serrated knife
BBQ basket is helpful
BBQ, fireplace or gas oven if nothing else.








In remembrance of those you love and miss this holiday season. May the memories you spent together warm your heart.
![]() When I think of winter as a kid, I remember my grandpa's house smelly nutty sweet with chestnuts in a cast iron skillet on his stove. My mom took over this tradition on our wood stove. As the song goes it's an open fire, but how many city people have access to fire roasting? Most don't unfortunately, at least not a traditional fire with logs, but what about the BBQ? These are soooo easy to make and sure are tasty! Chestnut Greetings. Chestnuts in shell Serrated knife BBQ basket is helpful BBQ, fireplace or gas oven if nothing else. ![]() Watch out for nuts with mold. Discard. ![]() Make a horizontal cut in the side using a serrated knife. Make sure you penetrate the hard skin but don't go too far into the nut. ![]() Peak-a-boo! ![]() You can also cut them into a traditional X, but it actually opens easier in the end with the long horizontal cut described above. ![]() Cover them with water and bring to a boil. Simmer 3 minutes and then drain. ![]() Place in a BBQ basket if you have one. This just makes it easier to maneuver and toss while on the BBQ. ![]() BBQ at 300 degrees for 10-20 min tossing occasionally so they don't burn until the skins open and the nuts are aromatic. ![]() Baci nonno. Mi manca la tua cucina calda e grandi abbracci! ~Mici In remembrance of those you love and miss this holiday season. May the memories you spent together warm your heart.
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