ovenproof
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of ovenproof
Example Sentences
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Cooked in ovenproof shells or ramekins, scallops are nestled within a rich sauce of wine, herbs and cream then topped with toasty, cheesy breadcrumbs.
From Salon ● Sep. 26, 2024
To serve, place kale in an ovenproof serving dish.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 14, 2022
In a large, ovenproof skillet or pan, toss the okra with the olive oil, salt and pepper and arrange in a single layer as best you can.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 21, 2022
Instead, the dough is cooked under an ovenproof metal bowl spritzed with water to create steam.
From New York Times ● Feb. 14, 2022
I get up in the morning and make coffee for him, I set two places at the table, with my newly acquired ovenproof earthenware in off-white, with speckles.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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