Just as the first line of "The Christmas Song" suggests, roasting chestnuts is a time-honored holiday tradition — and not just in the US, but in many cultures around the world. There are multiple ...

chestnuts roasting in a pan over an open flame - Kabvisio/Getty Images In this context, scoring involves making a cut in the top of each chestnut before it goes over the open fire or into the oven.

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If roasted chestnuts aren't part of your family's Christmas traditions, they should be. They're warm and buttery soft, with sweet, earthy, and ...