Nicky wrote:
> On Thu, 08 Nov 2007 23:41:07 GMT, Gill Murray
> > wrote:
>
> >I see 1/2 cup contains 42gms carbs. Does this thicken foods , like
> >cornstarch or arrowroot ( which I cannot find)?. if it does, how is the
> >comparable carb count.
>
> Sounds comparable to ordinary flour? But you'll have to do the acid
> test, give it a go and see what it does to your husband...
>
> Nicky.
> T2 dx 05/04 + underactive thyroid
> D&E, 100ug thyroxine
> Last A1c 5.6% BMI 25

(WARNING!
I am not a diabetic so I don't know much about carbs in the
following recipe, but at least it gives a good idea on how much
tapioca to thicken 1 1\2 Cups of water)

Yes. It thickens. I used to use it for then thickener in fruit pies
but that was so long ago that I don't remember how much to use. So
here is a recipe for tapioca apples which gives a place to start your
experimentation.

Title: Tapioca Apples
Categories: Desserts
Yield: 6 servings

2/3 c Sugar 1 1/2 c Water
3 tb Tapioca, quick cooking 5 c Apple slices
1/8 ts Salt

Mix all together except apples. Let stand while preparing apple
slices.
Bring tapioca mixture to full boil, stirring to prevent sticking.
Add
apples. Boil gently, covered, until apples are tender, 10-15
minutes.
Sprinkle with nutmeg or whipped cream when serving.