How is corn starch used in cooking?
Convenient and versatile, corn starch is used as a thickener for gravies, sauces and glazes, soups, stews and casseroles. It also thickens pies and is an essential ingredient in corn starch puddings and cake fillings. In cakes, cookies and pastries, corn starch is often mixed with flour to produce more tender baked goods. It also is used to coat foods before frying, and a s an ingredient in batters. Visit our Recipe and usage tips section for delicious classic and contemporary recipes using Argo and Kingsford’s Corn Starch.