practicalities of using specific thickeners

cornstarch

Slurry / pre-hydrate — Mix equal parts water and cornstarch, and whisk until fully combined.
- How to use it in a dish? — Heat to 200° F / 95° C to activate the cornstarch.
- Can it be made well ahead of time? — TODO
- When making it well ahead of time, does it need a preservative? — TODO

Slurry / pre-hydrate — Combine equal parts tapioca starch and water, and mix vigorously.
- How to use it in a dish? — Heat to 63 - 84°C (145 - 193°F) to activate the tapioca starch.
- Can it be made well ahead of time? — Yes. However, the tapioca starch will precipitate out after standing for some time. So store in a tightly-closed container that's at most half-full, so it can be mixed by vigorous shaking.
- When making it well ahead of time, does it need a preservative? — TODO

Slurry / pre-hydrate — [1] [2] [suggests adding propylene glycol or butylene glycol]
- How to use it in a dish? — TODO
- Can it be made well ahead of time? — TODO
- When making it well ahead of time, does it need a preservative? — TODO

Slurry / pre-hydrate — [1]
- How to use it in a dish? — TODO
- Can it be made well ahead of time? — TODO
- When making it well ahead of time, does it need a preservative? — TODO