When cool enough to handle, squeeze out the excess liquid and set aside.

Uncover, raise heat to high, and cook off any excess liquid if necessary.

But then it's important to drain off excess liquid and even add more dressing just before serving.

Squeeze the pepper between your hands to drain off excess liquid.

Using your hands, squeeze out the excess liquid from the cucumber.

Drain off any excess liquid, and set the potatoes aside.

Salt lightly and let sit at least 10 minutes, then drain off any excess liquid.

Put them in a large strainer, and press out excess liquid.

Cook tomatoes for about 10 minutes, until there is little or no excess liquid in the pan.

Press and squeeze with your fingers to extract the excess liquid.