Chestnuts

History History The sweet chestnut is a native of southern Europe but is planted elsewhere extensively for both nuts and timber. Chestnuts Today The nuts can be eaten candied, boiled or roasted; can also be used in soups, fritters, porridges, stuffings and stews. They can be used as a fresh vegetable, mashed into a puree or ground into flour. Chestnuts Farmers Linden Associated Growers Founded in 1974, Linden Associated Growers, Inc. is a packer, shipper and exporter of California fresh fruits and vegetables. More... Wil-Ker-Son Ranch Wilkerson Ranch has been family owned and operated since 1978. In partnership with his in-laws, Doug Wilkerson and his wife Linda purchased the thirty-five acre ranch in 1978. More... Season, Ripeness and Storage State Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Arizona                         California                         In-Season   Season Chestnuts are available fresh in autumn. Storage To keep your chestnuts fresh, place in a plastic bag in the crisper of your refrigerator or freeze for later use. Dried chestnuts need soaking for at least 1-2 hours and boiling for 45-60 minutes, fresh need boiling for 40 minutes before being peeled.