Gas stoves typically refer to stovetops or cooktops that use natural gas or propane to provide heat for cooking. These stoves are not designed to function as ovens. However, there are some freestanding gas ranges that combine both a stovetop and an oven in a single unit.
A freestanding gas range is a kitchen appliance that includes gas burners on top for cooking and a gas oven below for baking and roasting. These gas ranges are specifically designed to offer both stovetop cooking and oven functionality in one appliance.
The oven in a gas range operates differently from a stovetop burner. It uses gas to heat the oven cavity and maintain a consistent temperature for baking and roasting. The temperature in the oven can be controlled with a knob or digital panel, similar to electric ovens.
If you have a freestanding gas range, you can use the oven for baking, roasting, and other oven-related cooking tasks. However, if you only have a standalone gas stovetop without an integrated oven, you will need a separate oven appliance, such as an electric oven or a separate gas oven, to perform oven-based cooking.