Chestnuts are a seasonal tree nut with a long history, popular in many cuisines. American chestnuts are sweeter than European chestnuts. Fresh chestnuts must be scored and cooked before eating to ...

Chestnuts can be boiled or roasted. We prefer the latter. Either way, begin by cutting an X in the flat side of the nut, cutting through the tough outer shell but not into the flesh. Some cookbooks ...

As we head into the winter months, there’s no better time to enjoy chestnuts as a sweet, roasted treat, or a flavor-enhancing ingredient in hearty soups and stuffing. Chestnuts are incredibly nutrient ...

Nat King Cole crooning that first line from “The Christmas Song” sends holiday vibes buzzing wherever you are. But have you smelled, tasted or even seen a freshly roasted chestnut? Until a few years ...