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Thickening with Cornstarch

Cornstarch is best known for its thickening power in sauces, gravies, soups, pies, custards and puddings. To store cornstarch, keep it in an airtight container and like other starches, cornstarch loses its thickening power when exposed to air over a long period of time.


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