Stainless steel is best used on glass stove tops because of its smooth surface, plus it has enough weight to keep it stable during cooking.

Most contemporary electric and induction stovetops have flat, smooth surfaces made from a mix of glass and ceramic. ... they transfer that heat to the cooktop surface through thermal conduction.

Whether you have a gas, coil, or smooth-top stove, here's how to clean your stovetop. Bonus: You probably have everything you need on-hand.

Do you have a smooth glass or ceramic stove top? Do you plan on preserving foods this season? Heard the rumor that you should use a flat-bottomed canner or just not can on a smooth stove top? If so ...

Q. Can I use a cast iron grill pan on an electric stove? – Harlene (cq) G., West Palm Beach A. You did not specify but I assume that your electric range has a smooth ceramic-glass top. On a coil ...