Step 1

Cut a slit around each chestnut, so that only the bottom is intact. You want the chestnut to look like a closed clamshell, so cut around the top as if you are turning the chestnut into a clam.

Step 2

Add all the chestnuts to a large bowl of cool water and let them sit for 15 minutes to an hour. Dry them off before adding to a baking sheet.

Step 3

While the chestnuts are soaking, preheat an oven to 400°F.

Step 4

Add the chestnuts to a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until all the chestnuts have popped open and you can see the interior.

Step 5

Let the chestnuts cool on a dishtowel for 15-20 minutes before cracking open and serving!