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saucepot

American  
[saws-pot] / ˈsɔsˌpɒt /

noun

  1. a cooking pot having a handle on each side and a close-fitting lid, used especially for stewing and simmering.


Etymology

Origin of saucepot

sauce + pot 1

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Using kitchen shears, cut the bacon into small pieces, dropping them into a medium saucepot.

From Salon Oct. 17, 2021

Heat a 3- to 4-quart saucepot over medium-high heat.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 28, 2016

Kosher salt Melt butter in a heavy-duty saucepot until milk solids turn light brown and omit a nutty aroma.

From Time Dec. 19, 2012

Pour about half of the mixture over the yolks, and whisk together, then pour back into the saucepot.

From Time Magazine Archive

In 5-quart oven-proof Dutch oven or saucepot over medium-high heat, heat oil.

From The Perdue Chicken Cookbook by Mitzi Perdue

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