How to Use stovetop in a Sentence

stovetop

noun
  • Turn off the heat and remove the saucepan from the stovetop.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Dec. 2023
  • This chicken recipe can be cooked on the grill, in the oven or on the stovetop.
    The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 July 2025
  • Bring the water to a boil on the stovetop, then reduce the heat to low.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Cover in the oven, on the stovetop, or in the microwave to help lock in juices.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2025
  • This pan can be put in the oven, on the stovetop, and even in the dishwasher.
    Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2024
  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat on the stovetop.
    Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 28 May 2025
  • If a grease fire ignites, use the lid to to smother it and turn off the stovetop.
    Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
  • The pasta is made to be cooked on a stovetop and then mixed with its cheese sauce.
    Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2024
  • Cook the filling on the stovetop in a skillet and top with the biscuit dough.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2024
  • The skillet holds up to 12 ounces and can be used on the stovetop, in the oven, on a grill, or even over a campfire.
    Kaitlin Gates, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Bring a cup of unsweetened milk (dairy or plant-based) to a simmer on the stovetop.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Some of us have found them a little harder to move around the stovetop.
    Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 18 Mar. 2025
  • It can be prepared in a slow cooker or on the stovetop.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
  • The scallion pancakes cook fast on the stovetop straight from frozen.
    Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 19 Mar. 2024
  • The pans can double as decor on your stovetop and are on sale in three colors.
    Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025
  • The canine must twist one of the stove's dials because the boxes on the stovetop soon catch fire, and the blaze starts to spread.
    Kelli Bender, Peoplemag, 10 July 2024
  • Its durable material is safe to use on the stovetop and grill, as well as in the oven.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
  • The thing is, there's an initial sear on the stovetop just to get a little bit of color, okay?
    Bon Appétit, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Place it in a small stainless-steel or light-colored saucepan and set it on the stovetop on lo/low.
    Elizabeth Karmel, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023
  • Place a grill pan on the stovetop over high heat or preheat a charcoal or gas grill.
    Georgeanne Brennan, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
  • Watch That Roux When browning fat and flour, don’t ever walk away from the stovetop.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2024
  • This popcorn maker whips up the snack in just three minutes on the stovetop.
    Juliet Izon, Glamour, 24 Sep. 2024
  • Combine with oats and cook over a stovetop until thick and creamy.
    Audrey Bruno, SELF, 20 Feb. 2025
  • Watch this video to see how to cook on your stovetop without burning your pots and pans.
    Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 2 Oct. 2024
  • When exposed to sparks, heat, or an open flame, steel wool will burn, so keep it away from your stovetop.
    Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 26 Feb. 2026
  • And the greasy buildup on a dirty stovetop makes your home a prime candidate for a kitchen fire.
    Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2026
  • This easy stovetop dinner is ready in just over 30 minutes.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Feb. 2026
  • This week, just say no to babysitting a pot on the stovetop and try this sheet pan meal from Kate Williams.
    Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 18 Feb. 2026
  • The nearby kitchen seats just as many, with a long central table flanked by sleek cabinetry, a gas stovetop, and double ovens.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2026
  • The cooking of the steaks has evolved to the reverse-sear method; that starts in a low-temp oven and ends in the stovetop pan.
    Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 17 Feb. 2026

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