Monday, November 24, 2008

Self-Hardening Dough


Ingredients:
1 c. cornstarch
2 c. salt
1 1/3 c. cold water, divided


Directions:
Put 2 c. salt and 2/3 c. water into a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high until it boils, around 2 minutes.


Mix 1 c. cornstarch with 2/3 c. water and stir well.


Combine the salt water and cornstarch mixtures.


Sitir until the dough thickens (this may take a few minutes).


Knead to form a thick, smooth dough. Work in a little more cornstarch it the dough is too sticky.


Store tightly covered in the refrigerator until needed.