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Honey and a Touch of Smoke

How to Roast Chestnuts on an Open Fire

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Edward Behr
Nov 13, 2017
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THERE’S NO BETTER WAY to eat chestnuts than roasted over a fire: the shell becomes crisp, black in spots, easy to peel, and the honeyed chestnut taste is set off by a hint of smoke. You can roast chestnuts indoors in a fireplace, but everyone seems to love outdoor roasting, and the fire keeps you warm. Elementally, you can bury the chestnuts directly in…

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