Cooking utensil with means of resting on pot, pan, skillet or otherwise

Abstract

This invention relates to a cooking utensil with protrusions from its handle. While cooking, the utensils protrusions allow it to be rested on a pot or pan in order to prevent sauces and oils from dripping on stovetops, spoon rests, or other unwanted surfaces. Also since the utensil is held on the pot, bacteria and viruses cannot contaminate the utensil or food as easily. This invention also lends itself towards being quickly and easily placed and removed from its resting spot on the container, as well as minimizing workspace clutter by aligning its own handle with the handle of the container. This invention also has the means to be secure in its resting spot, which prevents it from falling into or to the side of the cooking container. Furthermore the invention can be easily manufactured by making small changes to the mold cavities and/or metal stamps currently used for utensil production.

1 . A utensil comprising a cooking implement and a handle, said handle having means for securing said utensil to a container having a rim and a handle.  
   
   
       2 . The utensil of  claim 1 , wherein said means comprise one or more protrusions from said utensil handle which receive and hold said container rim.  
   
   
       3 . The utensil of  claim 2 , further comprising one or more protrusions from said utensil handle, which receive and hold said container handle.