Slotted spoon

A large cooking utensil containing slots or holes enabling moist foods or items to be lifted out of fluids while the excess liquid drains out the slots and holes in the base of the spoon. Slotted spoons come in a variety of shapes, sizes and materials for use with different foods and kitchen utensils. Determine the types of foods most often prepared and buy spoons to serve purposes most consistent with the food preparation.