THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA V. MISO CHICKPEAS

WELCOME BACK TO DINNER PARTY
[VOL. 5]

i’ve eaten more chocolate in the last few days than willy wonka on halloween, and i’m in dire need of eating something healthy. that’s how i subtly drop political opinions without having to actually say anything, but anyway, welcome, dinner party faithfuls and newcomers. i’m jeremy—chef, restaurateur, author, and microwave evangelist (not to be mixed up with televangelist; i won’t scream at you from the microwave screen). to the ones who stuck around (and brought friends), you’re the real MVPs, and for those joining for the first time, you’re in the right place. i’ve cooked coast-to-coast and have a few things to share that i hope make your kitchen feel like a friendlier place, whether that’s by reimagining your go-to comfort food or convincing you that grilled cheese is a form of therapy.

as we hit the one-month mark, i thought it’d be good to change our newsletter design a bit. i’ll continue to do that based on the feedback i receive from readers. if you’ve been with us from the start, you know my goal is to make cooking simple and fun without sacrificing flavor or having you run to five stores for obscure ingredients. i’m here to bring you recipes that don’t require a ton of time or culinary gymnastics. food is meant to connect us, and there’s no reason why it can’t be easy too.

my goal is to bring more conversation around the food, whether it be about mental health, music, or anything that sparks a good conversation. someone mentioned to me this morning that i should incorporate fashion, so i’ll be spending the next week at the drawing board. i aim for consistency, with a penchant for surprises.

thanks for being here—you’re the reason this party keeps growing. cheers to week five, and as always, let’s make some good food and even better memories.

like i said, cooking at home doesn’t have to be a whole production. simplicity makes the best dishes. that’s why we always turn to comfort food. i want to create recipes that people will actually make and turn into their own versions. every week, i’m going to give you a recipe that only takes a microwave. you won’t believe how much you can do with just a microwave.

whether you’ve been cooking for years or are still figuring out what a stove is, these dishes will make you feel confident without the hassle.

in the MICROWAVES KILL section, you’ll find recipes that are quick, actually taste good, and are easy to make—everything takes between 5 to 30 minutes.

this week’s recipe is Miso Sweet Potato & Chickpea Bowl. it’s perfectly balanced, packed with flavor, and includes a vibrant twist. and again, it takes ZERO technique—just a few ingredients and some simple steps.

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. POTATO

   pierce the sweet potato several times with a fork, place it on a microwave-safe plate, and microwave on high for 5-7 minutes, until tender.

2. CHICKPEAS

   meanwhile, microwave the dried chickpeas on a separate plate for 1-2 minutes until slightly crispy, then toss them with sesame oil and a pinch of salt.

3. COMBINE

   dice the sweet potato into cubes, and add it to a serving bowl along with the crispy chickpeas. drizzle with Haven’s Kitchen Gingery Miso sauce, tossing to coat evenly.

4. KILL

   add the avocado slices and cucumber on top. sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving

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this is the fifth edition of this newsletter, and after seeing our first-month recap, i’m convinced that together we will build the world’s biggest dinner party. i appreciate every one of you more than you know.

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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