We all use a certain set of pots/pans every day. In my case, it’s a 5qt saute pan. Curious is there a to do slotted spoon or cooking spoon you use. Just next to my Elund tongs, my 2 spoons seriously got trashed somehow this... (7 replies, last updated by toomanypots February 12, 2009)

While it’s true that forks and normal spoons work equally well, I think the poster is looking for the traditional slotted spoon to get the full effect, in appreciation of his friend’s thoughtfulness in buying a bottle... (16 replies, last updated by rodr0069 April 20, 2009)

Been searching around. Anyone make SS cooking spoons (solid or slotted) an or even ladles with a wooden handle. My go to ladle is actually when held horizontal, the inside scoop portion of the ladle is facing you. Looked at the... (0 replies, last updated by chefwong February 28, 2009)

Believe it or not, it is really easy to make at home. I use a crockpot, chicken broth and boneless chicken breast. Cook for about 6 hours, strain with a slotted spoon onto a bun and enjoy. It tastes just like the real thing. I... (3 replies, last updated by Infomaniac August 9, 2009)

Black Bean Tacos- kind of messy and informal, but tasty. I cook the black beans in salted water with a bit of epazote and a bay leaf, not too soupy. When ready, grill some corn tortillas, add the black beans with a slotted spoon.... (3 replies, last updated by brookmonton February 19, 2005)

Can someone with a more scientific brain than mine explain this one? I shelled my fava beans the other day and then cooked them in boiling water for 1 minute. I removed the beans from the water using a slotted spoon, and ended up... (1 reply, last updated by cap May 17, 2004)

the dough though a slotted spoon into the rapidly boiling water and let cook till the rise to the top for 2-3 minutes. Drain the cooked dumplings with a slotted spoon and set aside till all are finished. You will usually need to... (2 replies, last updated by JudiAU November 6, 2006)

've assembled the lasagna. Remove the leaves from the water with a slotted spoon to help drain the water and place them on a plate while you prepare the other ingredients. Savoy cabbage is good to use for this dish since it has a... (1 reply, last updated by Gio January 13, 2009)

of salt 2 egg yolks 3/4 cup light cream Wash & pit cherries. Place cloves & cinnamon in a cheesecloth bag. Cook the cherries in their own juice and 3-1/3 cups water together with the wine, strained lemon juice, sugar, salt and... (0 replies, last updated by Lets_eat April 14, 2008)

Before I had an immersion blender I would just take the solids out of the soup with a slotted spoon and put in the blender with a tiny bit of liquid then stir back into soup. Made it less of a hassle than trying to blend... (3 replies, last updated by Nalega December 9, 2006)

I don’t view it as a “gadget,” but as a tool, like a slotted spoon. IMO other ways of degreasing are messy (paper towls), not very effective (spoon) or often inconvenient (the fridge), (9 replies, last updated by jfood December 13, 2007)

on the edges. You don’t need a thorough cooking here since the beef is going to go back on the heat later. Stir the meat around a little so that it cooks evenly. After a couple minutes, use a large slotted spoon or a spider... (3 replies, last updated by Joebob February 5, 2009)

I think it was Julia Child who recommended poaching the eggs and dropping them into a container of cold water. Refrigerate in the water if done a day ahead, or just set aside if you are using them soon. When ready to serve, use a... (9 replies, last updated by TDEL October 27, 2007)

. Remove with a slotted spoon, and gently lay on paper towels to drain excess oil. Put spinach in a bowl; toss with Parmesan, salt and lemon juice. Serve on a napkin folded to fit a plate. Yield: 2 to 3 servings. Note: Use a slotted... (6 replies, last updated by ChiliDude December 30, 2005)

it to heat. Make sure that you see the faint smoke of the oil, that is your cue that the pan is hot enough. With a slotted spoon, take a cup or two of beans at a time and cook the beans in the hot pan. Don’t turn them too quickly... (2 replies, last updated by scotcheroo February 3, 2009)