How To Use A Wood Burning Cook Stove

Wood burning cook stoves are a unique, cozy, and an energy efficient addition to any home. They also come with the added benefit of providing another method to cook tasty meals and treats. Another benefit? With proper care, they will last many, many years. However, cooking on this stove is not as simple as a traditional stove; it takes a while to get use to and master the art of cooking. 

Let’s take a closer look at how to use this great addition to any home. 

How To Operate The Wood Cook Stove

Creating the perfect temperature and cooking conditions have a lot to do with airflow. There are typically two controls: one on the firebox and one for the flue. The former works to get the fire started up and the latter controls the amount of air coming out which can help how hot and strong the fire is. For example, overnight, people may completely close this to let the fire smoulder and burn slowly. But play around with this to get comfortable as knowing your stove can lead to the best cooking experience!

How to Control Temperature For Different Recipes

The size and amount of wood can directly impact the temperature of a wood stove. For example, for baking, you’ll want to get a fire started and burning then add more wood before it goes down. Rather than waiting to add more, you’ll continue to add more and make the stove rather full. The quicker you add the new wood, the lower the warmth; the slower you add, the hotter the fire will be. A hot fire is necessary for baking and roasting.

For something that needs a crispy bottom, it makes sense to solely use the top heat before finishing it inside the oven. For example, this would be used for pizza. For broiling, you’ll place a rack towards the top, as you would in a traditional oven.

To cook all of your favorite recipes, it will take time and likely some trial and error. But with patience and a bit of practice you’ll be mastering them in no time. 

What We Offer At Dubuque Fireplace & Patio

If you venture into our showroom, you’ll see a wide display of stoves — wood, gas, pellet, and electric. Specific to wood burning stoves, we have several EPA certified stoves that boast high efficiency. There are two types under that umbrella: ones with catalytic combustors and non-catalytic. Both of which come in many sizes and there are steel, cast iron, and soapstone models. 

Regardless of your preferences, Dubuque can help you find the perfect wood burning stove. 

Interested In Installing a Wood Burning Cook Stove?

The team at Dubuque Fireplace & Patio can assist with installing your cook stove or answer any other questions pertaining to them. From inspection to ensure everything is in perfect working order, to install and everything in between, our expert team will provide outstanding support every step of the way. If you’re ready to install or in need of a cleaning or repair, call us today at (563) 582-5156.