ovenproof
adjective
ov·en·proof
ˈə-vən-ˌprüf 
: capable of withstanding the temperature range of a kitchen oven
ovenproof dishes
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Heat bacon in a large, deep ovenproof skillet over medium.
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Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2025
Fresh torn basil leaves Directions Cook sausage, onion, and garlic:
Heat oil in a large, high-sided ovenproof skillet over medium-high.
—Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2025
Heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, ovenproof skillet over high heat.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
Prepare as above through Step 2, using a 12-inch ovenproof skillet.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
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Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2025
Fresh torn basil leaves Directions Cook sausage, onion, and garlic:
Heat oil in a large, high-sided ovenproof skillet over medium-high.
—Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2025
Heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, ovenproof skillet over high heat.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
Prepare as above through Step 2, using a 12-inch ovenproof skillet.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for ovenproof
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“Ovenproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ovenproof. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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