: a spoon that has narrow holes in it so that liquid can pass through
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Remove with a slotted spoon and let cool in a bowl.—
Carole Kotkin,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026 Using a slotted spoon, remove peaches from syrup.—
Kelly Brant,
Arkansas Online,
16 June 2026 Using a slotted spoon, arrange salmon cubes in the prepared pan, leaving 1 inch between pieces.—
Emily Teel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026 Using a slotted spoon, transfer the potatoes to a clean dish towel on a flat surface to drain for a few minutes.—
Lexi Harrison,
Midwest Living,
10 June 2026 While the chicken is resting, transfer vegetables to a platter with a slotted spoon.—
Alexia Duchêne,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
26 May 2026 With a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain.—Martha Stewart,
12 May 2026 Remove the chicken with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate.—
Erin Merhar,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026 Use a slotted spoon to transfer asparagus to a sheet pan or plate to cool.—
Kate Williams,
AJC.com,
20 Apr. 2026