HIC Kitchen’s Oval Straining Ladle easily stirs and scoops, strains and drains, serves and sauces entrees, sides, appetizers, and desserts Made from 18/8 stainless steel; won’t react with foods or impart a metallic taste; measures 12.5 x 4 x 2.5-inches and holds 3-ounces Perforated side strains and drains; solid spoon with spout scoops and pours; ideal for vegetables, noodles, pasta and sauce, soups, gravies, and more Long handle reaches into deeper pots and keeps hands at a safe distance from heat; hooked handle won’t slip into pots and hangs for easy storage Single-piece design (no welds or stress points) for added strength and durability; contoured handle for comfortable use; dishwasher safe for cleanup