Roasted Chestnuts - Two Ways! (Castagne Arrosto) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 - 2 lbs whole chestnuts, in shell
cold water (to soak)

Preparation

Make a large X in each chestnut with chestnut knife or a sharp paring knife, cutting through shell. Place chestnuts in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Let soak for 10 minutes, then drain.
METHOD 1: Heat a large dry skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-low heat until hot. Add chestnuts and cook, covered, stirring every few minutes, until skins have pulled back and nuts are tender, 10 to 20 minutes. Serve hot.
METHOD 2: Alternatively, heat oven to 425\u00b0. Spread chestnuts on a baking sheet and roast, stirring occasionally, until skins have pulled back and nuts are tender, 15 to 25 minutes. Serve hot.