How to Use cornstarch in a Sentence

cornstarch

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  • I used some cornstarch to thicken the gravy.
  • Toss the bowl two to three times to gently coat the tofu with the cornstarch.
    — Amisha Gurbani, San Francisco Chronicle, 24 Mar. 2023
  • To make the sauce, whisk together ¼ cup of the half-and-half and the cornstarch in a small bowl and set aside.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 7 Jan. 2023
  • In a large bowl, evenly coat the three cheeses with cornstarch.
    — Hannah Selinger, Outside Online, 27 Jan. 2022
  • In one, whisk together the egg and salt; in the other, add the cornstarch.
    — Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 1 Nov. 2022
  • Along with a hearty dose of cornstarch, the rice flour became the base of my breading.
    — Asha Loupy, Bon Appétit, 10 Feb. 2022
  • Place back on heat, bring to a boil and add cornstarch slurry.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Oct. 2021
  • Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the cornstarch mixture.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2021
  • Return the saucepan to medium heat and add cornstarch paste.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 8 Apr. 2023
  • Add the milk and cornstarch mixture and stir until very thick.
    — Lynne Sherwin, cleveland, 21 July 2022
  • Once the cornstarch has dried, vacuum it up and watch the stain lift from the fabric fibers.
    — Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 3 Aug. 2023
  • To sear the meat, Favela uses cornstarch instead of wheat flour for a gluten-free dish.
    — Judy Revenaugh, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2024
  • Transfer to a medium bowl and toss to coat with cornstarch and ½ tsp.
    — Hannah Goldfield, The New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2022
  • The tofu is then tossed in cornstarch and sesame oil, and baked for 30 minutes.
    — Amisha Gurbani, San Francisco Chronicle, 24 Mar. 2023
  • The sugar helps desserts retain moisture, while the cornstarch makes for a taller rise in the oven, Ms. Parks said.
    — Priya Krishna, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2023
  • Make a slurry by mixing the cornstarch with ⅓ c. water in a small bowl, then add the slurry to the pot.
    — Cuong Pham, Robb Report, 28 Jan. 2022
  • One easy way to do that is with a dusting of potato starch or cornstarch.
    — Washington Post, 15 Sep. 2021
  • The bit of cornstarch called for in most recipes will leave you with a great-tasting pie that must be eaten with a spoon.
    — John Schandelmeier, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Aug. 2021
  • The cornstarch just helps with the texture — that dry but melty shortbread texture.
    — New York Times, 17 Nov. 2023
  • Sift the flour into a small bowl, measure it again and then sift the flour again with the cornstarch and the baking powder.
    — Carol Deptolla, Journal Sentinel, 27 July 2022
  • Turn the speed to low, then add the flour and cornstarch and mix until no streaks of flour remain, 15–20 seconds.
    — Yi Jun Loh, Saveur, 8 Feb. 2024
  • Add the cornstarch to a small bowl with 1 teaspoon water; stir to mix well to make a slurry.
    — Michael A. Gardiner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2023
  • In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch into the broth and add it to the pot along with the chickpeas, mushrooms, wine, salt and pepper, and mix well.
    — Joe Yonan, Washington Post, 22 May 2022
  • In a bowl, whisk the chicken stock and cornstarch until the cornstarch dissolves.
    — Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Sep. 2023
  • In a medium bowl, beat egg whites with cornstarch to make a slurry.
    — Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, 21 Oct. 2021
  • The blend of the cornstarch with lemon juice and vanilla create a nice counterbalance to the richness of the peach slices.
    — Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 30 July 2023
  • The potatoes and tofu are spunky with chili powder and crisp from cornstarch.
    — Emily Weinstein, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2024
  • Place the slices in a bowl and toss with the lemon juice, cornstarch and remaining 1 tbsp sugar.
    — Kate Krader, Fortune, 26 Sep. 2021
  • In a large bowl, combine the peaches, lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla and salt.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 16 Aug. 2022
  • Prepare the wings: In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, salt and black pepper.
    — Pervaiz Shallwani, WSJ, 9 Feb. 2023

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