LONG LIVE RIGATONI

WELCOME BACK TO DINNER PARTY
[VOL. 4]

for everyone still with us and to our newcomers, welcome to the dinner party. i'm jeremy—chef, restaurateur, author, and guilty creator of email headlines that offend people (i guess some didn’t see god last week after eating my peppers). for those just joining, i’ve spent years cooking around the country, launching restaurants from los angeles to chicago and anywhere that would have me in between. along the way, i picked up two core beliefs: cooking should be fun and easy, and you don’t need to go to culinary school to make a nice meal.

i have been very outspoken about my love for microwaves, which unfortunately doesn’t vibe with everyone (RIP, anti-microwave friends), but i can safely say that if we’re ever abducted by aliens, it would be via a heating, rotating plate of popping pasta sauce. so, thank you for being a part of the revolution—and special thanks to those who’ve shared this with friends.

as we settle into week four (and have the privilege of reading every self-proclaimed political expert’s diatribe on the state of the country), it only makes sense to dish out some spice and carbs for this week’s newsletter. we’re about to hit our one-month anniversary of this dinner party, and i can only imagine how emotional you’re feeling right now.

we’re also in the process of adding more design elements to this newsletter, so in the next couple of weeks, we’ll be popping up in your inbox with more color and visuals. so, pull your face up to your phone or computer and let me preach about the simplicity of food, recommend some music on the DINNER PARTY playlist, and expect to read about anything from grilled cheese as self-care to a story about how an egg scramble saved me from going to the DMV.

New York Shuk Rosey Harissa Spice

New York Shuk's Rosey Harissa Spice is a fragrant, middle eastern-inspired blend that combines the heat of traditional harissa with a floral twist from dried rose petals.

this spice mix offers a balanced blend of chili, cumin, and coriander, with a hint of sweetness from the rose, adding depth and subtle warmth to dishes. perfect for seasoning meats, roasted vegetables, grains, and dips, it brings a unique, aromatic profile to both savory and sweet recipes.

you can grab it on Amazon.

cooking at home doesn’t need to be complicated. the best meals come from keeping things simple, which is why we’re drawn to comfort food. my goal is to create recipes you’ll actually want to make—and hopefully inspire you to create your own dishes. every week, i’ll share a new recipe you can whip up using just a microwave. you’d be surprised at what’s possible with that alone.

in the MICROWAVES KILL section, you’ll find quick, tasty, and easy-to-make recipes ranging from 5 to 30 minutes.

this week’s recipe? spicy harissa creamy rigatoni. like every other recipe, this dish is sure to surprise you—in a good way, hopefully. the depth of flavor in this dish completely outdoes the effort it takes to make. and it only requires one bowl. perfect for college students looking to elevate their late-night spicy ramen cravings.

Spicy Harissa Creamy Rigatoni
BY JEREMY

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup rigatoni

• 1/2 cup water

• 1/4 cup tomato paste

• 2 tbsp heavy cream or half-and-half

• 1/2 tsp New York Shuk Rosey Harissa Spice

• 1 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish

• 1/4 tsp garlic powder

• salt and pepper to taste

• fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

• drizzle of high-quality olive oil for finishing

INSTRUCTIONS

1. THE PASTA

   place the rigatoni and water in a large microwave-safe bowl. microwave on high for 4-5 minutes, stirring halfway, until pasta is al dente and most of the water is absorbed.

2. SAUCE IT UP

   add tomato paste, cream, Rosey Harissa Spice, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. stir well to combine all ingredients.

3. MICROWAVE

   microwave on high for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is creamy, and the flavors are melded. the garlic powder and sun-dried tomatoes will add depth and richness to the sauce.

4. KILL

   let sit for a minute to thicken. drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle extra parmesan, and garnish with fresh basil before serving.

and just like that, you’ve done a mitzvah and made SPICY HARISSA CREAMY RIGATONI in 10 minutes or less. like all my recipes, it’s easy to make your own. you’re in college and craving late-night ramen but aren’t feeling the packets? make the noodles, add this sauce, and now you’ve got a chef-like meal on a college-wage budget.

also, you can collect a digital stamp of this dish here. the code is 465323; it’s free, and only 100 are available, so grab one as quickly as you can. think of it as a digital punch card for being part of the community.

and whenever you’re cooking or need a soundtrack, you can listen to the DINNER PARTY playlist on Spotify. you can also follow me on instagram and twitter/x.

this is the fourth edition of this newsletter, and i’m unbelievably grateful for all the responses, especially the positive ones. always be honest, but tell me what i want to hear. our dinner party continues to grow, and i thank each and every one of you for reading and sharing it with your friends.

if you’re not interested in these emails, please feel free to unsubscribe—there’s a link at the bottom of this email. no hard feelings, i promise.

lastly, i’m always looking for conversations and feedback at my dinner parties. if you have a second, i’d love for you to take the poll below.

JEREMY

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