Cornstarch was originally intended for laundry, so it's no surprise it has many household uses. Here's how to use it around ...

Ah, cornstarch. That little white powder hanging out in your pantry, often overlooked, but oh-so-versatile! If you're like ...

You don't need an arsenal of abrasive store-bought cleaners to tackle everyday stains and household messes. In fact, one of the most powerful natural stain removers is likely already sitting in your ...

When talking about cornstarch, a lot of emphasis is place on the importance of creating a slurry. Swirling and suspending the starch in water or milk (or some other liquid) keeps it from clumping up ...

The Food Section staff of The Washington Post fields questions about all things food. This week, food blogger Lisa Lin also answered questions. Q: I'm wondering why my rice noodles don't get as ...