Chestnuts Roasting

[Dollypop]

Posted: 12/26/04 at 6:35pm

I love chestnuts, but for the past few years, I've bought them and found that many of them were rotten. Last year, the whole pound that I bought were inedible. This year, only about half were.

Is there a way of telling whether chestnuts are good before purchasing them?

[The Grovers Corners Yenta]

Posted: 12/26/04 at 6:43pm

I am a big chestnut fan. After buying rotten ones many times I tried smelling them before putting them in my bag. They should not have any smile at all. It takes awhile, but it is certainly worth it. If they smell off, I just don't take it. Also, they should be glossy and firm if they are fresh. Ever try chestnut stuffing?

Updated On: 12/26/04 at 06:43 PM

[Unknown User]

Posted: 12/26/04 at 7:09pm

My suggestion would be to buy the jar of shelled chestnuts. Rosst them briefly in the oven to warm, or toss in hot butter on the stovetop in a saute' pan.

[My Fair Lady]

Posted: 12/26/04 at 8:07pm

I love chestnuts, but I don't have them often.

[imsogood20]

Posted: 12/26/04 at 8:58pm

Collins!
I'm downstairs
Hey!
Roger picked up the phone?
No its me, throw down the key....

sorry i couldnt help it

[My Fair Lady]

Posted: 12/26/04 at 9:14pm

It's ok, if it wasn't you it would have been me.