salt pig

Open ceramic container

A salt pig is an open ceramic container for storing salt near the stove, shaped somewhat like a pig lying on its side with a wide mouth for easy pinching.

The design keeps salt accessible while protecting it from splashes and steam.

The name may come from an old word for earthenware pot rather than the animal: She keeps a salt pig by the cooktop.

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earthenware · farmhouse style · saltcellar · seasoning · terracotta · artisanal crafts · lidless · scoop · sprinkle · stoneware · culinary · moisture control · jar · crock · rustic design · mineral · clay · fingers

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dispensing mechanism

salt pigsalt shaker

Seasoning dispenser with holes

salt grinder · salt mill · pepper shaker · shaker · pepper grinder

seasoning type

salt pigpepper pot

Vessel for ground spice

pepper mill · spice jar · sugar bowl

seasoning storage type

salt pigspice jar

Container for dried seasonings

pepper grinder · spice rack

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salt, pig, salts, salted, salting, salty, saltier, saltiest, saltiness

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Timeless · Concrete · Rated G