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Italian Pasta Salad with Caramelized Peppers & Onions

This Italian pasta salad has been a staple for summer cookouts. Calamarata pasta is tossed with caramelized peppers and onions, crisp radicchio, fresh mozzarella, spicy calabrese salami, castelvetrano olives, and plenty of fresh herbs. A simple red wine vinaigrette brings everything together. It’s a great dish for summer entertaining – substantial enough to stand on its own, but even better alongside anything coming off the grill.

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inspired recipes for your kitchen table.

Cooking is such a simple joy in life, and I want to inspire you to get in the kitchen. The Original Dish is a destination for unique recipes, solid cooking techniques, and kitchen inspiration – a mix of swoon worthy food & everyday eating. I want to teach you the fundamentals, while encouraging you to play around and create your own original dishes for yourself and those you love. Food should be exciting and meaningful. Something to look forward to with every bite. Let’s get cooking and make something beautiful…and absolutely delicious.

the recipes.

There’s a little something for everyone and every occasion. Whether it be a quick weeknight meal or a special holiday feast, my goal is to share thoughtful recipes that spark your passion for food. I use real, fresh ingredients and cook seasonally. You’ll find vibrant salads, dreamy seasonal pastas, indulgent treats, and everything in between.

october spotlight

a plate of pappardelle pasta tossed in a creamy mushroom sauce
Creamy Mushroom Pappardelle
Baked Sage Chicken Meatballs with Parmesan Orzo
Baked Sage Chicken Meatballs with Parmesan Orzo
one Spiced Apple Pecan Blondie on a plate
Spiced Apple Pecan Blondies

let's celebrate & savor the simple pleasure of cooking, one dish at a time