Argo Foodservice - About Us (2024)

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Argo Corn Starch continues to be one of the most respected brands in the foodservice industry, as it has been a back-of-the-house staple for over a century. Chefs depend on the purity and consistent performance. It is a must for sauces, gravies, Asian dishes, fruit pies, soups and so much more.

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For any recipe that calls for corn starch—or as a wonderful thickener in place of flour—chefs have long depended on Argo^® Corn Starch for its purity and performance.

Argo, Kingsford's and two other starch companies merge to form the United Starch Company, a forerunner of The Corn Products Refining Co. A 1940s Argo Corn Starch label features a recipe for corn-starch based Creative Clay, a homemade moldable material that children can use to fashion ornaments and gifts.

Argo representatives say that their laundry product contains nothing but cornstarch, a common thickener for soups and desserts. (They also say the starch-eating habit is “rare.”) According to medical opinion, eating large amounts of laundry starch often brings on anemia by blocking the body's absorption of iron.

The process to create cornstarch was invented by Thomas Kingsford and it is said that Colgate and Company were the first US producers of cornstarch all the way back in 1844! Until 1851, cornstarch was mainly used for industrial applications and for starching laundry.

food produced as a result of agriculture.

The current shortage of corn starch is due to a combination of factors, including high demand and a decrease in supply. The high demand for corn starch can be attributed to the growth of the processed food industry, as well as the increasing popularity of plant-based products.

Diets high in refined starches are linked to a higher risk of diabetes, heart disease and weight gain. In addition, they can cause blood sugar to spike rapidly and then fall sharply. This is especially important for people with diabetes and prediabetes, since their bodies can't efficiently remove sugar from the blood.

Swallowing cooking starch can cause a blockage in the intestines and stomach pain. If the starch is inhaled, it may cause wheezing, rapid breathing, shallow breathing, and chest pain. If the starch contacts the eyes, it may cause redness, tearing, and burning.

Food Cravings During Pregnancy

Others crave non-food items, such as clay and cornstarch. The craving and eating of non-food items is known as pica. Consuming things that aren't food can be dangerous to both you and your baby. If you have urges to eat non-food items, tell your doctor.

What is cornstarch used for medically? ›

Corn starch is the preferred anti-stick agent on medical products made from natural latex, including condoms, diaphragms, and medical gloves. Corn starch has properties enabling supply of glucose to maintain blood sugar levels for people with glycogen storage disease.

'Cornstarch' in the US is the same thing as 'cornflour' in the UK. It's the pure starch extracted from corn kernels, and it has the form of a very fine white powder.

No. Argo Baking Powder is aluminum-free and gluten-free. Is Argo Corn Starch derived from GMO ingredients? Argo Corn Starch is made using GMO ingredients.

Aspic or meat jelly (/ˈæspɪk/) is a savory gelatin made with a meat stock or broth, set in a mold to encase other ingredients. These often include pieces of meat, seafood, vegetable, or eggs. Aspic is also sometimes referred to as aspic gelée or aspic jelly.

Argo's corn starch is 100% pure corn starch.

Though it lacks nutrition, cornstarch is a highly multifunctional product. A safe way to eat cornstarch is by incorporating it in dishes — it acts as a great thickener in recipes for sauces, soups, stews and curries.

Argo Corn Starch gives sauces, custards, puddings, and other hot liquids a thick consistency that's never watered-down or runny. Your recipes will turn out looking professional and appealing … not to mention absolutely appetizing!