Jannese Torres

LATEST ARTICLES ( 321 )

• Guilt Free Sesame Chicken

  

  I have to admit, I’m not a huge fan of traditional Chinese takeout. I’m pretty sure a huge reason for this is how crappy I feel after eating a big pile of greas... Read more

  Posted on 05 April 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Tzatziki Sauce

  

  Is there anything better than tzatziki sauce? As a gyro fanatic, I’d argue that the best part of the gyro is that tangy, garlicky yogurt sauce that smothers... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Chunky Garden Style Marinara Sauce

  

  I have to admit, I’m a jarred marinara fan. There are some really great brands out there, and honestly, who has time to whip up marinara sauce on a weeknight? Read more

  Posted on 03 April 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Avocado Toast

  

  This might just be the easiest recipe in the history of life. I like to call it my lazy breakfast. When I need to eat something fast, yet satisfying and... Read more

  Posted on 02 April 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Baked Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

  

  I’m a sucker for crunchy things. Chips, fries, fried chicken, anything labelled “crunchy”, “crispy” or “crusted”, crunch is definitely my weakness. Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Tex-Mex Chorizo and Egg Breakfast Tacos

  

  I love breakfast tacos! They’re a perfect way to switch up your boring breakfast routine. I even love serving these tacos on a weeknight where I want something... Read more

  Posted on 31 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Plantain Cups with Shrimp and Avocado Salad

  

  If there’s one food I can’t live without, it’s plantains. Green, ripe, sweet or starchy, boiled, fried, mashed, I’ll take ‘em. They’re so versatile, and are... Read more

  Posted on 30 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Banana Mango Smoothie

  

  I think it’s safe to say that I’m currently obsessed with smoothies. I’ve never been big on breakfast in the morning. That’s probably due to the fact that if I... Read more

  Posted on 27 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Copycat Recipe: Chipotle Corn Salsa

  

  I LOVE Chipotle! (then again, who doesn’t?) There’s nothing more satisfying than taking restaurant inspired dishes and recreating them at home. Then, you can... Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Roasted Garlic, Rosemary & Thyme Potatoes

  

  The inspiration for these potatoes came from my love of roasted garlic. While I love putting fresh garlic on potatoes, it tends to burn when you roast it in in... Read more

  Posted on 25 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Bacalao Guisado (Stewed Cod Fish)

  

  Bacalao is one of those ingredients that totally reminds me of home. Bacalao (AKA dried, salted cod fish) is a traditional ingredient in many different... Read more

  Posted on 24 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Torta De Tres Leches (3 Milks Cake)

  

  So, I’m not a cake person. As a matter of fact, I’m quite an anti-cake person. I seriously considered substituting my wedding cake with something other than... Read more

  Posted on 21 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Cinnamon-Scented Arborio Rice Pudding (Arroz Con Leche)

  

  Oh. Em. Gee. Rice pudding is one of those foods, that when done right, is a mind-blowing experience. I’ve always been a fan, since arroz con leche... Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Garlic & Rosemary Grilled Lamb Chops

  

  Spring is definitely the season for lamb. If you’re like many in my family, you have a preconceived notion that lamb has too strong of a flavor. My parents... Read more

  Posted on 18 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Sweet Potato Rellenos De Papa (Stuffed Sweet Potato Fritters)

  

  Rellenos de papa are a traditional Puerto Rican fritter, and they happen to be my all time favorite crunchy snack whenever I visit the island. Read more

  Posted on 14 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Deli-Style Macaroni Salad

  

  For me, macaroni salad just screams “HELLO SUMMER!” It’s hard not to imagine summer barbecues and lounging by the pool when I’m making (and eating) this delish... Read more

  Posted on 13 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Apricot, Burrata & Proscuitto Crostini

  

  Crostini are one of my very favorite appetizers to put together. Italian for “little toasts”, crostini is just a fancy name for crusty bread slices that have... Read more

  Posted on 10 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Green Sangria

  

  Yup, you heard right! Green sangria, that’s what happening! As you plan your St. Patrick’s Day celebration, here’s a visually stunning and delicious libation... Read more

  Posted on 09 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Cream of Asparagus Soup

  

  March is definitely the month for all things GREEN! One of my favorite green things are asparagus. They’re usually one of the first Spring vegetables to... Read more

  Posted on 06 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Maple Glazed Black Pepper Bacon

  

  If you’re like me, you believe that everything is better with bacon. I’ve never met a bacon I didn’t like, and I’ve met a LOT of bacon! If you want to take... Read more

  Posted on 04 March 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES