saucepot

American

[saws-pot] / ˈsɔsˌpɒt /

noun

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

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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 cup, blend water and cornstarch until smooth; stir into liquid in saucepot.

From The Perdue Chicken Cookbook by Perdue, Mitzi

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