slotted spoon

noun

: a spoon that has narrow holes in it so that liquid can pass through

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Using tongs or a slotted spoon, transfer peas to a grill basket, reserving marinade. Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2026 Remove the chicken with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate. Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2026 All-Clad's 5-piece set includes a ladle, a solid spoon, a slotted spoon, a turner, and a storage caddy, all crafted from heavy-gauge stainless steel with ergonomic handles long enough to reach into deep pots. Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026 Use a slotted spoon to transfer asparagus to a sheet pan or plate to cool. Kate Williams, AJC.com, 20 Apr. 2026 Using a slotted spoon, add the strawberries to the top of the cheesecake. Amisha Gurbani, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Apr. 2026 Remove with a slotted spoon to a small bowl and set aside. Georgeanne Brennan, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026 Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towel. Barbara Ellis, Denver Post, 9 Mar. 2026

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“Slotted spoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slotted%20spoon. Accessed 13 May. 2026.

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