
A historical main dish from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Dress, clean and cut up a fowl
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Cover with boiling water, cook slowly until tender
Season with salt and pepper when about half done
Thicken stock
Add to gravy a few sliced cooked carrots, a can of peas and a can of mushrooms
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Starting the chicken in boiling water and cooking slowly creates a gentle simmer that extracts collagen from the bones and connective tissue, producing a rich, gelatinous stock. Seasoning halfway through allows the salt to penetrate the meat without drawing out excessive moisture early in the cooking process. Thickening the stock with a slurry or roux creates a cohesive sauce that clings to the chicken and vegetables, while adding vegetables at the end prevents overcooking and maintains their texture and color.
The chicken can be cooked in stock up to 2 days ahead. Cool completely, then refrigerate in the cooking liquid in an airtight container. The fat will solidify on top, which can be easily removed before reheating. Add the thickener and vegetables when reheating gently on the stovetop.
Store cooled stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The stew can also be frozen for up to 3 months; freeze in portion-sized containers for convenience. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or stock if the gravy has become too thick.
AI-generated tips from Chef Cecil's culinary database
The chicken can be cooked in stock up to 2 days ahead. Cool completely, then refrigerate in the cooking liquid in an airtight container. The fat will solidify on top, which can be easily removed before reheating. Add the thickener and vegetables when reheating gently on the stovetop.
Store cooled stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The stew can also be frozen for up to 3 months; freeze in portion-sized containers for convenience. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or stock if the gravy has become too thick.