Does corn starch turn to fat?

[mickyjune26]

I'm cutting and trying to find ways to spice up my veggies. Growin up, my mom would mix a TBspoon of starch with some milk to make creamed peas. The would thicken up and add more texture.

Does corn starch turn to fat?

I know to stay away from potatoes, white bread - and these have a lot of starch.

should I just throw some red pepper in the veggies instead of starch?

[Max-Mex]

Extra calories turn to fat.