Preparation Preheat oven to 425°F with rack in the middle. Cut an X in rounded side of each chestnut with a small sharp knife. Roast chestnuts, cut side up, in a shallow baking pan until shells curl away from nutmeats, 20 to 30 minutes. Wrap hot chestnuts in a kitchen towel and squeeze gently to further loosen shells. Let stand, wrapped, 5 minutes. Serve immediately. Cooks' note:Shells can be cut 1 day ahead and chestnuts kept in a sealable bag at room temperature.
Preparation Preheat oven to 425°F with rack in the middle. Cut an X in rounded side of each chestnut with a small sharp knife. Roast chestnuts, cut side up, in a shallow baking pan until shells curl away from nutmeats, 20 to 30 minutes. Wrap hot chestnuts in a kitchen towel and squeeze gently to further loosen shells. Let stand, wrapped, 5 minutes. Serve immediately. Cooks' note:Shells can be cut 1 day ahead and chestnuts kept in a sealable bag at room temperature.