
The Measure · Technique
How to Thicken a Sauce With Cornstarch
Mix cornstarch with cold liquid first, whisk the slurry into simmering sauce, and stop cooking once the texture turns glossy and smooth.
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01—06 / The essentials
Useful measurements and conversions for the kitchen and home bar.
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The Measure · Technique
Mix cornstarch with cold liquid first, whisk the slurry into simmering sauce, and stop cooking once the texture turns glossy and smooth.
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The Measure · Conversions
Fifty grams of butter equals about 3.57 U.S. tablespoons, or 3 tablespoons plus roughly 1 3/4 teaspoons.
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