- Fine Mesh Spider Strainer: Efficiently drain cooked pasta and blanched vegetables directly from the pot with this convenient strainer designed to fit into boiling baskets. - Durable Construction: Made from high-quality stainless steel mesh and a sturdy steel plate, this strainer is built to last. The handle features a hook for easy hanging on pots during use and simplifies storage. - Versatile Design: This multi-purpose basket is ideal for rinsing, straining, steaming, blanching, parboiling, and reheating a variety of foods, including vegetables, pasta, spaghetti, fruits, eggs, and dumplings. It excels as a pasta strainer, boiling pot, and vegetable soup tool, making it perfect for rehydrating dried ingredients or reheating steamed dishes. Use it to strain hot pot meals, fry French fries, or manage delicate foods like ravioli and poached eggs. - Practical Kitchen Tool: Sized at 5.5x3.1 inches for the basket and a total height of 9.7 inches, this design allows for safe food handling and easy transfer to serving dishes. The long handle protects your hands from heat, making it suitable for cooking, reheating, and draining noodles, dumplings, matzo balls, and more. Its durable construction is hand washable in warm water and dishwasher safe for hassle-free cleaning. - Use Scenarios: Easily strain pasta after boiling, blanch vegetables for crispness, or reheat leftovers with this versatile kitchen essential. Ideal for both home cooks and professionals, it provides reliable performance for a wide range of culinary tasks.