Name: How to Blanch and Shell Chestnuts
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 batch
Ingredients: 1 lb chestnuts; water

Recipe by Molly53

Join In Now Join the conversation!

MAKE IT SHINE! ADD YOUR PHOTO

A simple tutorial

Ready In:: 20mins
Yields:
Units:

Join In Now Join the conversation!

ingredients

1 lb chestnuts
water

directions

Preheat oven to 450°F.
Place chestnuts in cold water; discard those that float.
Dry and slit each shell 1/2 to 3/4 inch on each side.
Place in a saucepan, add oil and shake pan over heat for five minutes.
Roast in oven for another five minutes.
When cool enough to handle, remove shells and brown skin underneath with a sharp paring knife.

Submit a Recipe Correction

Add a Note