Jennifer Stempel

Jennifer Stempel is a TV development executive, who lives in Los Angeles with her husband and son. When she's not developing new TV shows, she enjoys teaching cooking classes, and blogs about her experiments in the kitchen. To read more about her culinary adventures, check out: www.TheCubanReuben.com.


Articles by Jennifer Stempel

Rocky Road Hamantaschen Recipe

If I had to choose only 5 foods to have for the rest of my life, ice cream would be ...

Cuban-Style Arroz Con Pollo Recipe

Much as every culture showcases their individual form of the dumpling (um, matzh balls) arroz con pollo, or chicken and ...

Brisket-Stuffed Papas Rellenas Recipe

A festive, fried dish to use up that leftover meat and potatoes.

Herb Marinated Meat and Potato Skewers for Your Favorite Dad

When it comes to husbands there’s no doubt I hit the jackpot. For nearly seven years of marriage, Kenny has proven ...

A Real Cuban Mojito

The first time I tasted a mojito, and I mean really tasted a mojito, I was in Havana with my ...

Savory Manchego and Quince Turnovers

The nutty flavor of Manchego cheese melts together with the slightly sweet quince filling for a crispy savory treat.

Mis Abuelos and the No Dilemma December

Most of the Jewish kids I knew growing up partook in a handful of familiar traditions during the holiday season. ...

Crockpot Carne con Papas, An Alternative to Brisket

Literally meat and potatoes, this dish is a Cuban family favorite.

Praying for Dad

For many, Father’s Day is a time to honor our fathers, and this year, it has particular significance to my ...

Pineapple Coconut Coffee Cake

Like so many of my peers, Jewish summer camp played an integral role in my Jewish identity. It’s where I ...