In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Set mixture aside. Place chicken in a large bowl. Sprinkles with cornstarch; tossing to coat. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium ...

Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Stir 1 tablespoon salt into the water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle boil. Cook ...

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In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, cinnamon and vanilla extract. In a bowl whip cream cheese, sugar, and lemon zest together until smooth, fold the chopped pecans into the whipped cream ...