Roasted Chestnuts

4 ingredients
5 steps

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

Directions

  1. 1
    Make a large X in each chestnut with chestnut knife or a sharp paring knife, cutting through shell.
  2. 2
    Toss chestnuts with oil in a bowl.
  3. 3
    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.
  4. 4
    Add water and continue to roast, covered, stirring occasionally, until water is evaporated and chestnuts are tender, about 5 minutes more.
  5. 5
    Serve hot.

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