Source of a big scoop

I believe the answer is:

ladle

(Other definitions for ladle that I've seen before include "Scoop" , "Perhaps stock holder" , "Big spoon" , "Serving implement" , "Soup or sauce server" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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