Cherry season has a way of making the first days of summer feel even hotter — not that you need permission to get something juicy dripping in your kitchen. In that spirit, we’re putting cherries where they don’t usually go – right into an orecchiette pasta salad, paired with creamy goat cheese, tangy American Vinegar Works Pink Pacific Rosé Wine Vinegar, and bright, peppery arugula.
This wouldn’t be a full sensory experience without giving TikTok’s latest romance fad a try. A whiff of Pure Instinct’s CRAVE Pheromone Perfume may have you asking the real question everyone’s secretly Googling: does it actually work, or is it just the confidence it gives you? Either way, this date night recipe is less about rules and more about what happens when you let scent, flavor, and a little curiosity take the lead.
What You’ll Need to Set the Mood
- For the pasta and sauce:
- 1 lb Please Send Noods Orecchiette
4 tbsp kosher salt (for pasta water)
1 ½ cups cherries, pitted and halved
6 tbsp American Vinegar Works Pink Pacific Rosé Wine Vinegar
1 tsp sugar
1 shallot, finely chopped
4 oz goat cheese, crumbled*
2 cups arugula
½ cup olive oil
⅔ cup pistachios, chopped (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 lb Please Send Noods Orecchiette
- For the rest of the night:
- Date Night Surprise: Pure Instinct CRAVE Pheromone Perfume Oil
- Musical Mood-Setter: Our Al Dente-Approved Playlist
*Substitute with your favorite dairy-free or vegan alternative!
Let’s Get Saucy: Step-by-Step
1. Get the Cherries Blushing
Add cherries and shallot to a bowl, cover with the Pink Rosé Wine Vinegar (about 6 tbsp), stir in sugar, and let it sit and macerate until syrupy, bright, and deeply cherry-stained.
🔥 Hot Tip: Macerating is the New Foreplay
The cherries can macerate for anywhere from 15 minutes to 24 hours in the refrigerator. The longer they sit, the juicier and more flavorful they'll become.
2. Cue the Noods
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Using our playlist timer, cook noods until al dente (about 10-12 minutes), then drain into a large serving bowl and let cool to room temperature.
3. Save the Juicy Bits
Add the macerated cherry and shallot mixture to the pasta bowl, reserving the leftover vinegar liquid for the salad dressing later.
4. Bring in the Extras
Next add arugula, goat cheese, and pistachios (if using) to the pasta bowl.
🔥 Hot Tip: Find Your Perfect Match
Swap in your favorite creamy cheese—like burrata, feta, or even a smoky vegan variety—trade pistachios for crunchy breadcrumbs or crispy prosciutto, and build the combination that makes your taste buds do a double take.
5. Dress for the Occasion
Whisk olive oil into the reserved vinegar, season with salt and pepper, and pour over the pasta bowl.
🔥 Hot Tip: Master the Balance
A good vinaigrette is all about balance. If you like things brighter, add another splash of vinegar. Prefer a softer touch? Whisk in a little more olive oil until it tastes just right.
6. Toss Responsibly
Toss everything together, and don’t worry if things get a little messy – this is supposed to be juicy.
7. Tune into Your Senses
Before your first bite, roll on the CRAVE Pheromone Perfume Oil and see which is sweeter: what’s on your plate or what you end up craving after.
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