How to Use spatula in a Sentence

spatula

noun
  • Use a spatula to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl.
    Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 9 June 2023
  • Use hooks on the inside of the doors to hang tongs and spatulas.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • To serve, slide a spatula between the skin and the salmon and transfer to a plate.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 15 Jan. 2023
  • First, use the small spatula provided to scoop the balm out of the jar.
    Larry Stansbury, Essence, 14 Nov. 2023
  • Gently press with the back of a spatula to form a cake.
    Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2023
  • Run a spatula around the edges of the eggs and carefully remove from the pan.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Nov. 2023
  • Remove from the oven and lift off the pan with a metal spatula.
    Julia O'Malley, Anchorage Daily News, 19 Jan. 2023
  • Use a spatula to top with the other slice of bread, cheese side down.
    Ali Slagle, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Dec. 2022
  • The jar comes with a small plastic spatula that allows the cream to glide on the face and right below the neck with ease.
    Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 25 July 2023
  • Scrape the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula, then whisk in pumpkin puree and scrape down sides again.
    Daniel Neman, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Use an offset spatula or back of a spoon to smooth out tops.
    Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 13 Apr. 2023
  • Remove sides of pan, and smooth sides of cake with spatula.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Run the spatula around the edge and underneath the omelet to loosen, then slide onto a cutting board.
    Christopher Kimball, BostonGlobe.com, 17 Jan. 2023
  • Using a rubber spatula, scrap the bottom of the pot for any brown bits.
    Karla Alindahao, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2023
  • This hand mixer has five speeds and comes with two beaters, a spatula, and a recipe book.
    Rachel Center, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2023
  • Stir in half of the flour mixture with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon.
    America's Test Kitchen, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2023
  • Scrape the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, then smooth the top with a spatula.
    Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2023
  • The technique involves using a rubber spatula to cut down through the two mixtures, across the bottom of the bowl and up the side.
    Andrea Weigl, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • My favorite tool for spreading it is an offset spatula, but the back of a spoon works as well.
    Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 22 Jan. 2024
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and, using a small offset spatula, smooth out the top.
    Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 8 Dec. 2022
  • In our tests, eggs released easily with the help of a spatula.
    Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 14 Nov. 2022
  • Some spoon rests are just big enough for the end of the spoon or spatula, but full-length versions are also an option.
    Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 11 Dec. 2023
  • Or snag this nonstick frying pan to put an end to the wrestling matches between you, a spatula, and a fried egg.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 2 Mar. 2024
  • Fold in the flour mixture with a spatula and mix until just blended.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Feb. 2023
  • Tap the top of the skin with the back of a knife or metal spatula, and listen for a decidedly hollow sound.
    The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Dec. 2023
  • Using a small offset spatula or a butter knife, smooth out the tops.
    Jessie Sheehan, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2023
  • Slide a thin, metal spatula under the top fillet to separate the meat from the spine, and slide the fillet onto the plate.
    G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 6 Oct. 2022
  • Add the milk, and with a rubber spatula, fold it in until the dough comes together and there are no dry patches in the bottom of the bowl.
    Karoline Boehm Goodnick, BostonGlobe.com, 4 July 2023
  • The model comes with a spatula and resembles a grill pan.
    Kat De Naoum, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 May 2023
  • Be sure to sneak a little peek with a metal spatula to see how the bottom is looking, if in doubt.
    Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 5 Aug. 2023

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