preheat

verb

pre·heat (ˌ)prē-ˈhēt

preheated; preheating; preheats

transitive verb

: to heat (something) beforehand

especially : to heat (an oven) to a designated temperature before using for cooking

preheater noun

Example Sentences

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees before you put the roast in.

Recent Examples on the Web No suggested temperature setting was given — you are just instructed to preheat the stones for 15 minutes in your oven or on your grill. —

Rebecca Norris, Peoplemag, 14 Feb. 2023 While the bacon cooks, preheat a waffle maker to medium-high heat. —

Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 13 Dec. 2022 Step 3While bacon cooks, preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's directions. —

People Staff, PEOPLE.com, 30 July 2022 When you’re read to make your sandwiches, preheat large grill pan over medium-high heat. —

Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2022 In 6- to 8-quart Dutch oven, preheat the olive oil over medium heat. —

Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Feb. 2023 To keep the latkes warm until they’re all cooked, preheat the oven to 200 degrees. —

Janelle Bitker, San Francisco Chronicle, 18 Nov. 2021 Plus, electric ovens preheat quickly and provide even and consistent heat, which is ideal for anyone who loves to bake. —

Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 12 Jan. 2023 Place the pan in the oven and turn the oven on to 400 F to preheat. —

Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Dec. 2022 See More

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