Classic Tapenade – Everyday Caviar

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Tapenade

This is a classic dip and appetizer. Serve with some authentic rustic bread, plain crackers or light chips.

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup pitted black olives
  • 1/4 cup virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon dry or 1 teaspoon prepared (English) mustard
  • ½ cup capers
  • 1/4 cup anchovy fillets
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Optional ingredients:

  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1/4 cup tuna in olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons brandy
  • Pinch thyme

What to do:

1. The quantities and proportions of the ingredients are variable and subject to individual preferences and size quantity required

2. Place all the ingredients into a blender and mix until almost paste like.

3. Season with salt to taste

4. Turn into bowl ready for serving. For best results, store in refrigerator for 24 hours before serving.

Optional:

5. Add tuna and other optional ingredients before mixing

6. Serve as before

Serves 12, around  70 calories per serving or 100 calories per serving with tuna

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