cornstarch

noun corn·starch \ ˈkȯrn-ˌstärch \

|Updated on: 24 Jun 2018

Examples: cornstarch in a Sentence

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

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Examples of cornstarch in a Sentence

I used some cornstarch to thicken the gravy.

Recent Examples of cornstarch from the Web

Remove 2 tablespoons and whisk in a separate small bowl with cornstarch.

— anna thomas bates, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Homemade strawberry shortcake ice cream a magical summer treat," 13 June 2018
Slowly whisk in the milk, in a thin stream at first so lumps don’t form, then more quickly once the cornstarch mixture is smoothly incorporated.

— jessica fecteau, PEOPLE.com, "Jennifer Garner Says This 'Basic, Delicious, Easy to Make' Recipe Is a Dessert 'Your Kids Will Love'," 6 June 2018
Sprinkle with the cornstarch and toss until evenly coated.

— ellie krieger, charlotteobserver, "Mixed-berry galette makes dessert easy as pie," 29 May 2018
Stir cornstarch mixture once more and add it to chocolate.

— Sunset, "Xocolata (Spanish-Style Hot Chocolate)," 22 Jan. 2018
Combine the cornstarch, sugar and salt in a medium saucepan.

— jessica fecteau, PEOPLE.com, "Jennifer Garner Says This 'Basic, Delicious, Easy to Make' Recipe Is a Dessert 'Your Kids Will Love'," 6 June 2018
In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, orange juice, cornstarch and gelatin.

— nancy miller, The Courier-Journal, "Louisville has an epicurean center - and this restaurant thrives in it," 22 May 2018
In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water and drizzle over strawberry mixture, stirring constantly until thickened.

— darlene zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, "Healthy Table: Daily cup or two of coffee may have health benefits," 13 May 2018
Make a slurry by combining cornstarch and water, adding water gradually, with a whisk.

— joanne kempinger demski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Asian chicken wings are a hit at Potawatomi Bingo Casino," 9 May 2018

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