ovenproof
adjective
ov·en·proof
ˈə-vən-ˌprüf 
: capable of withstanding the temperature range of a kitchen oven
ovenproof dishes
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Combine 2 tablespoons oil and the tomatoes and peppers in an ovenproof skillet or rimmed griddle.
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Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 29 July 2024
Step 2 In a 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 27 June 2024
Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, sea salt and black pepper, then brown in a large ovenproof casserole pan on a high heat, removing it to a plate once golden all over (roughly 5 minutes).
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 26 Feb. 2024
Heat the oil and butter together in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet (or ovenproof skillet) over medium heat.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 7 Mar. 2024
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Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 29 July 2024
Step 2 In a 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 27 June 2024
Rub the chicken all over with olive oil, sea salt and black pepper, then brown in a large ovenproof casserole pan on a high heat, removing it to a plate once golden all over (roughly 5 minutes).
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 26 Feb. 2024
Heat the oil and butter together in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet (or ovenproof skillet) over medium heat.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 7 Mar. 2024
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“Ovenproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ovenproof. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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