slotted spoon

noun

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

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Transfer to a plate using a slotted spoon, reserving drippings in Dutch oven. Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025 Remove from the pot with a slotted spoon, leaving the bacon drippings. The Know, Denver Post, 29 Aug. 2025 Using a slotted spoon, transfer pancetta to a medium bowl. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2025 Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a large bowl and toss with up to 1 tablespoon of the oil to prevent sticking. Christine Wong, Saveur, 6 Aug. 2025

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“Slotted spoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slotted%20spoon. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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