How to Buy, Store, and Cook with Chestnuts, In Season in December
Tips for buying, storing, and cooking chestnuts, in season in December.
<a href="/recipe/dan-roman-s-buttery-roasted-chestnuts-in-foil">Classic peel n' eat chestnuts, roasted in foil</a>Christina Holmes
It's no wonder there's a Christmas song that leads with "chestnuts roasting on an open fire"—these buttery, meaty nuts are in season in December. Sure, they're amazing when they're roasted, as the song suggests, but chestnuts are great in salads, stuffing, sides, pancakes, and more. Check out the slideshow for recipe inspiration, and read on to learn how to buy and store these festive nuts.
How to buy
Select chestnuts that are heavy for their size with tight, shiny skin. Avoid nuts that have mold on their surface or rattle in their shell—this means they're old.
How to store
Keep in your refrigerator for 3-4 days. Remove from the refrigerator a day before roasting.
