The Easy Release gravy separator is different from any other we've seen. Instead of using a spout to pour off separated gravy, it has a spring-loaded valve in the bottom. Operated by simply squeezing the soft-grip handle, the valve releases a stream of lean gravy while he fat stays on top, where it has floated. The reason why this is an improvement is that in other separators, when ffat is separating from the juices, the fat rises into the spout as well as in the body of the separator. When you go to pour off the juices, you also get the fat that rose into the spout. The OXO separator has a work-around for that problem, with a plug that blocks the spout until the fat has risen past it. However, if you forget or lose the plug, you won't get the leanest gravy possible.

The Easy-Release separator has a capacity of 4 cups and features a deep strainer top, so that if you prefer to filter out giblets, you can do so when pouring from the pan. It's mirowave safe, so you can heat gravy in the separator and of course it's dishwasher safe, too, for thorough cleaning.