The best way to work with it is to make a paste by adding liquid to it and then whisking it into soups and gravies. It’s also handy when trying to thicken a thin sauce.
Natural laundry detergents are sometimes formulated with the inclusion of cornstarch.
Processed foods like pre-made soups, sauces, and pasta are made with thickeners and stabilizers, cornstarch is a popular choice for this.
Pills and capsules can contain cornstarch to help keep their shelf-life.
Delivers the strength to fabrics and textiles when used in their production.
Cornstarch has certain health benefits, such as aiding digestion. It is sometimes used to help with constipation.