Wood Cookstove Cooking | 1917 Inspired Beef Stew, Biscuit and Lemon Bars

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Join me in the cozy warmth of my wood cookstove, the Elmira Oval, as I prepare a hearty meal and delicious treats inspired by both history and home. Today, I’m cooking up a rich and comforting beef stew, using timeless techniques from my cherished 1917 Naval Cookbook. To go with it, I’ll bake fluffy, golden baking powder biscuits straight from the pages of my cookbook—perfect for soaking up every last drop of stew. For dessert, I’ll whip up a batch of zesty and delightful Sunburst Lemon Bars, another favorite recipe from my book.

Whether you're a fan of old-fashioned cooking, love baking on a wood stove, or just enjoy watching the magic of a kitchen steeped in tradition, this video is for you. Let’s dive into these heartwarming recipes together!

Recipes featured in this video can be found in my cookbook, available in both digital and hardcopy formats.

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[brandyward]

My sister always used wet measuring cups. EVERYTHING she made was delicious. Oh, everyone takes Martha Stewart too seriously. I like your Martha!

[muddyacrefarms]

We have a wood burning stove. Never cooked in it cause truthfully we learned real quick to make modest fires in it. Our very first one after moving here we made this huge roaring fire. Within an hour my house was 98 degrees and we had to open windows. When we got snow about 16 years ago (we got 8 inches which is unheard of in south Louisiana) we lost power for 3 days. That stove saved our butts.

[tracymyers]

I really appreciate the fact that if you overcook something or make a little mistake, you embrace it and share it with us! You are so relatable to all of us. Also, your home is so beautiful.

[christinehickey]

I've had some of those jars for probably 40 years. They are my favorate! I like to use them to can my peaches. Just the right size and being they are wide mouth, very easy to use; You will enjoy using them for many things.

[catherineberglund]

When I was a young girl, I used to work for an elderly lady in our community. She had me do all the cooking for her on her wood stove. I loved it. He stove was small, but it put out nice heat and good food.

[janiceconnor]

I love old cook books 📚 also. I love the way your kitchen is set up also. I would love to have a old fashioned stove also.

[wizelbee]

My mom always salt & peppered the meat then dredged it in flour before browning to help with thickening. Since mom did it, of course I do as well. I also add celery (1" pieces) & fresh mushrooms (at the end) & instead of water I use vegetable Better Than Bouillon. Sometimes I toss in some parsnips if I have them. Then of course I make a pan of cornbread & have even been known to make Navajo fry bread to go with it.

[wendymccollough]

I don’t remember when my grandma had her wood stove but she heated her house with a wood/coal stove. I remember it being loaded up with coal and wood then they sat a tea kettle on top to heat water pr set pans of veggies or whatever to cook. Unfortunately I do remember the house before the indoor plumbing was installed in the new bathroom. Grandma was one tough cookie though. She still used the outhouse until about 5 years before she passed. Lol

[karendooks]

Another way of thickening a stew or soup is to mix flour with some butter till you get a manageable paste. Then using a whisk you form the paste into marble sized balls, adding them individually into the stew/soup and whisking til it melts. This not only thickens the stew but also adds flavour and a shine to the liquid. The French have a fancy name for it.

[hdrvman]

We have a "HEARTLAND OVAL" wood cook stove with the 6 gallon water reservoir on the right side of the oven. It truly is the heart of our home in the colder months! Your "connection" to Martha is wholly understood !!!!

[carlasenecal]

I used to use a wood cook stove in the early 1980's. I just haven't found a place to put it in my other homes. We still have it in storage.

[ldg]

I like that you feel that cooking on Martha grounds you and connects you to women of the past. I don’t have a wood stove, but I feel the same when I am milking my cow (by hand). I LOVE the companionship with my cow and feel like a true milkmaid… LOL

[christinaf]

As I am up there in age, this stew recipe brings back as wonderful memories. My mom use to make her stew and chilli with ketchup. It was the best stew with carrots, celery, onions and potatos. Mom was not so lucky with her biscuits, most time came out like hockey pucks and we always ate them since they were made with love. I don't make a lot of chilli or stew since moving to warmer climate. Your videos are always awesome. Thank you. I can't wait to get your cookbook.

[jenfa]

Loved your little personal talk. I feel the same way - mostly I live in the future and I am always planning on changing that, but it's so hard! 😅😂

[cinm]

Hi Chelsea. I think you would like the channel Early American. She cooks 18th century recipes over a fireplace in a cabin using period utensils and is dressed in clothes of the era. Very interesting. Best wishes for a great winter!

[melodywright]

I'm so excited for this. I have been looking for wood stove videos. Teach me please and thank you. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[Iluvchknz]

24 oz or 1 1/2 pint jars. They are great. I have a ton but we also use them as drink cups.

[Celticgirl]

My husband LARPed in CT for 20+ yrs, it’s definitely in USA, probably Canada too

[crystalpresseault]

Those canning jars are also perfect for pickle spears, pickled beans, pickled asparagus..my favorite jar! 😊

[FoodandOtherPassions]

Oh Chelsea, you looked just like a happy little girl getting one of her favorite treats when you tasted your lemon bar. Made me smile. Thanks for that and this heartwarming homey, cozy video. Thank Martha too! :=) I agree also beef stew is definitely one of the staple foods for winter. YUM!!!!