slotted spoon

noun

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

Examples of slotted spoon in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Use a slotted spoon to transfer asparagus to a sheet pan or plate to cool. —Kate Williams, AJC.com, 20 Apr. 2026

Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon, leaving as much oil in pan as possible. —Rick Martinez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026

Using a slotted spoon, transfer sausage to a medium bowl; cover and keep warm. —Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 17 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

Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon to a serving bowl; ladle some hot pan liquid over the vegetables. —Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 4 Mar. 2026

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