I use the microwave to heat up leftovers, but I keep ending up surprised at that thought that people can use the derned thing to actually cook.
Personally, if I'm cooking, I'm using the stove.
Oh, as for what, exactly, a "stove" is... I think of it more as the stovetop/range than the oven. I'm used to the combo units, but in our house, the two are seperate. The ovens (we have two) are built into the wall, and then we have burners on an island, with cabinets and drawers underneath.
I use the oven mostly for baking (which I don't do so much these days, other than brownies), but my cooking method of choice is to sautee.
More than you wanted to know, I'm sure.
Paul
