cornstarch

noun

corn·starch | \ˈkȯrn-ˌstärch

Definition of cornstarch

: starch made from corn and used in foods as a thickening agent, in making corn syrup and sugars, and in the manufacture of adhesives and sizes for paper and textiles

Examples of cornstarch in a Sentence

I used some cornstarch to thicken the gravy.

Recent Examples on the Web

Camp method: Put all the fruit in a large Ziploc with sugar and cornstarch/flour/tapioca. — Julia O'malley, Anchorage Daily News, "Alaskana recipe: Choose-your-own-adventure rhubarb crisp," 5 July 2018 In large bowl, beat 1 package of cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar and cornstarch together on low until creamed, about 3 minutes. — Ann Maloney, NOLA.com, "Grab a cookbook and join chef Kevin Belton in his new TV show," 3 Apr. 2018 Toss the peaches and blueberries with the cornstarch, sugar, lemon juice, salt and thyme leaves. — Ellise Pierce, star-telegram, "It's time to start cooking with summer’s tasty top prize — Texas peaches," 10 July 2018 The use of cornstarch, though cheap and simple, has improved the prognosis for people with GSD. — Stephen Singer, courant.com, "FDA Approves First Gene Therapy Clinical Trial For Rare Disease," 26 Apr. 2018 Using tongs, dip each thigh in egg white, then transfer to cornstarch mixture. — Tara Massouleh, AL.com, "Put these colorful acai bowls on your food bucket list," 4 Apr. 2018 Combine flour, cornstarch, salt and baking powder in large bowl. — Ann Maloney, NOLA.com, "How to make Whole Food's Berry Chantilly Cake at home," 27 Mar. 2018 In a small pan on medium heat: dissolve sugar, water and cornstarch. — Julia O'malley, Anchorage Daily News, "Alaskana recipe: Choose-your-own-adventure rhubarb crisp," 5 July 2018 The custard is your straightforward mixture of eggs, whole milk, sugar, vanilla, and cornstarch. — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit, "This Fruit Tart Is Going Through Its Blue Period, Like Picasso," 8 June 2018

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