READY IN 10 mins

Tapenade

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"Classic Mediterranean dish using black (preferably Kalamata) olives. This dip is great with pita bread triangles." — Jim Clark

Directions

Combine garlic, olives, anchovies, capers, thyme, rosemary and lemon juice in an electric blender. Slowly drip the olive oil into the blender while you are blending the ingredients together. Blend until a paste is formed.

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PREP 10 mins
READY IN 10 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

May 09, 2004

The key to this recipe is rinsing the kalamatas and the anchovies really well. To the person who said it doesn't look pretty: I suggest that you present it with a thin layer of bread crumbs sprinkled over the top of it. Or, use cookie-cutters (stars, hearts, lighthouses, whatever) to cut shapes out of mozzarella or provelone slices to place on top of it. More generally, I think this is better suited to being offered as a canape (read: served already spread on the slices of bread). I agree that the general public might not choose to test a bowl of black mushy stuff. Plus, a little goes a long way; someone unfamiliar with tapenade might try a huge heaping tablespoon on a tiny piece of bread and be overwhelmed.

—Katherine

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 25, 2004

This is a great recipe, however, it was to puree'd by the time you get the oil added in. The second time I made this I used my food processor and added the garlic, olives, anchovies and capers and omitted the rest of the ingredients (thyme, rosemary, lemon juice and oil) and we liked it a lot more. It was more of the original italian tapenade without being overwhelmed with the herbs and lemon juice. Being able to omit the oil was a bonus! If you like it thin then Jim's recipe is ideal for mixing with hot pasta!

—CopperPot

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Nov 30, 2005

Enjoyed this very much, have made several times with a little change, I use 1-1/2 cups Kalamata Olives, 1-1/2 cups canned black olives (cuts the saltiness), about 1 tbsp of lemon juice and 1 tsp of lemon zest, good dash of black pepper and follow the rest of the ingredients, coarse chop in food processor, slowly adding the Olive Oil till the right consistency, and serve on French bread or crackers. Keeps well. Stir & allow to approach room temp before serving.

—SINGLEDADCANCOOK

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Jan 25, 2004

This was VERY yummy and EASY to make. I took the suggestion of another reviewer and did it in a processor. It is great as a spread on a sandwich or on a cracker. Don't let the anchovies sway you to not make.....you can't even taste them. This will become a staple, Thanks, Jim!

—SWEETJAM

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Jan 25, 2004

added some good parmesan cheese and fresh italian parsley and oregano. i also used anchovy paste. it was delicious!!

—ALASKA GIRL

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Jul 13, 2003

The real thing. However, it is greatly improved if you double the garlic, and use half Kalamata and half Nicoise (or picholine) olives. Excellent!

—SABRINATEE

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Jan 25, 2004

Fabulous! I added additional fresh herbs - parsley, basil, fresh grated parmesan with a dollop of good olive oil in the food processor. Excellent taste. I served on small toasts with a italian parsley leaf and small square of roasted red pepper as garnish - beautiful presentation!

—Hollye75

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Jan 25, 2004

Excellent recipe for an appetizer! I broiled pieces of pita bread sprinkled with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt until golden brown. It accompanies the recipe very well!

—motherteresa

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Nutrition

Calories
209 kcal
10%

Carbohydrates
4.7 g
2%

Cholesterol
6 mg
2%

Fat
20.1 g
31%

Fiber
0.5 g
2%

Protein
2.9 g
6%

Sodium
1002 mg
40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Tapenade

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 209
Calories from Fat: 181

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.1g 31 %
Saturated Fat 2.7g 13 %
Cholesterol 6mg 2 %
Sodium 1002mg 40 %
** Potassium 55mg 2 %
Total Carbohydrates 4.7g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2 %
Protein 2.9g 6 %
** Sugars 0.2g
Vitamin A < 1 %
Vitamin C 7 %
Calcium 4 %
Iron 7 %
** Thiamin < 1 %
** Niacin 15 %
** Vitamin B6 2 %
** Magnesium 2 %
** Folate 2 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.