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Olive Tapenade

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Servings 6 people

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups Kalamata olives
  • 1 cup green olives
  • 2 tbsp capers, rinsed
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • juice of one lemon
  • 3 - 5 tbsp olive oil
  • fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • In a food processor, combine all ingredients except for the olive oil. Pulse to chop.
  • Add olive oil and continue pulsing until desired consistency is reached. Add fresh ground black pepper to taste.
  • For best flavor, let the tapenade rest in the refrigerator for approximately one hour. This allows all of the flavors to come together. But, you don't have to wait...it's ready!!
  • Serve as an appetizer with baguettes, crackers, or chips. Serve as a topping to fish or other meats. Enjoy!