saucepan

[ saws-pan ]

noun

1. a metal container of moderate depth, usually having a long handle and sometimes a cover, for stewing, boiling, etc.

saucepan

/ ˈsɔːspən /

noun

1. a metal or enamel pan with a long handle and often a lid, used for cooking food

Word History and Origins

Origin of saucepan¹

First recorded in 1680–90; sauce + pan ¹

Example Sentences

In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the milk, chocolate, vanilla and salt, whisking until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth and uniform.

From Washington Post

To Make the Lemonade Add all ingredients except the lemon juice to a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently.

From Outside Online

In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons ghee.

From Washington Post

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the milk and flour until the flour is dissolved.

From Washington Post

While the salmon is baking, reduce the leftover marinade in a saucepan over medium heat until it has thickened.

From Outside Online

In a small saucepan, combine the yogurt, cream, and vadouvan spice and bring to a simmer.

From The Daily Beast

Put the miso sauce in a small saucepan, place over low heat, and stir to heat through; season with crushed black pepper to taste.

From The Daily Beast

Fill one-third of a large saucepan with canola oil and heat to 375°F (190°C).

From The Daily Beast

For the Vadouvan Jus  Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over high heat.

From The Daily Beast

When the vegetables are cooked and bright green, remove the saucepan from the heat.

From The Daily Beast

Make a lather of white soap and cold water, and put it into a saucepan.

From Project Gutenberg

Soap the gloves or stockings well, put them in, and set the saucepan over the fire.

From Project Gutenberg

William, who was washing a saucepan, looked up and begged me sarcastically to accept the cordon bleu.

From Project Gutenberg

With this permission the sugar and molasses were soon simmering in a saucepan, sending forth a pleasant fragrance.

From Project Gutenberg

He soon procured a piece of salt beef and some potatoes, which he put into the saucepan, and then returned on deck.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

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• bowl
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• can
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