Wash the chestnuts thoroughly.

Using a pointy and very sharp knife carve a cross at the bottom, wide part of each chestnut.

Boil as much water as is needoed to amply cover the chestnuts,

And as soon as the water has boiled, season lightly with salt and add the chestnuts. Boil for 15 minutes.

Don't boil them for too long because they will break apart, I boil them at most 20 minutes!

Remove from water and peel right away. If they cool, it is harder to remove the shells and skins.