strainer

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For ultra-smooth texture, pass the purée through a fine-mesh strainer — an optional step, but one that brings a dish firmly into restaurant territory.

From Salon • May 16, 2025

Drain in a fine-mesh strainer, rinse under cool water and drain again.

From Washington Times • Dec. 1, 2023

While their treatment of the ancient world is informed, to say the least, by their prior work, the scenario also feels like Hallmark pulped through a Disney strainer.

From New York Times • Nov. 9, 2023

Pour the mixture into a wire mesh strainer over a bowl or measuring cup.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 17, 2023

Once when the Store was full of lunchtime customers, he dipped the strainer, which we also used to sift weevils from meal and flour, into the barrel and fished for two fat pickles.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou