Let's outline the most commonly used types of thread and talk about why thread quality is important, allowing your sewing machine to weigh in. We'll touch briefly on a few specialty threads and then share some helpful tips about choosing the right thread for your sewing project. COMMON TYPES OF SEWING THREAD. Cotton Thread
Â» Arrowroot substitution is possible with cornstarch. You can get the same benefits and qualities with the use of cornstarch. Â» Regular flour also forms a suitable substitute for arrowroot only when used as a thickener. 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour is equivalent to 1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder. Â» Similarly, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch can be substituted with 1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder. Other substitutes include: tapioca granules or instant cooling tapioca, kudzu powder, and potato starch/flour. Â» While using the substitutes, you must also know when to use and what quantity to mix to get the desired taste.
I often use arrowroot powder as a thickener in recipes such as stews or pie fillings, though I also use it in baked goods to make them less dense and to âlightenâ the heavy texture and mouthfeel of almond flour. The arrowroot plant is a close cousin of the kudzu plant. Both grow naturally in the Southern United States and Asia and are used in similar ways for cooking. I use arrowroot in everything from my Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes to Chocolate Covered Cherries to my Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart. I also use it in some entrees such as Vegetarian Pad Thai. View all of my arrowroot powder recipes. Purchase Arrowroot Powder from More Than Alive or Benefit Your Life.