slotted spoon

noun

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

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Use a slotted spoon to transfer fritters to a wire rack to drain. Emily Teel, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 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 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

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“Slotted spoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slotted%20spoon. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.

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