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> > > What is the ratio of corn starch to liquid when used as a thickener?

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> > > Does it have to be broguht to boiling as flour?

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> Nope. Absolutely not. Thickening *without* having to boil is one of its
> advantages.
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It works faster and better tho' if it is at least simmering.
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Anyone tried arrowroot?

Sorry, been out of town, and came into this discussion late......

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My grandma used to use arrowroot... I have been looking for it.. thanks
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> My grandma used to use arrowroot... I have been looking for it.. thanks
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I have wondered if the consistency of things it is used in is different from
things cornstarch has been used in.


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> I have wondered if the consistency of things it is used in is different
> from things cornstarch has been used in.


I can't remember but I do dislike the consistency of cornstarch.
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Health food stores as a general rule.
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> Steve


I have, and I prefer it to corn starch due to the "finish", but it's a
bit expensive for regular use. I reserve it for special occasions and
asian soups.
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