TAPENADE DIP (SALLYE)

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This can be used as a dip or to stuff mushrooms, sun-ripened tomatoes or thin it slightly and toss with cold pasta. From The Silver Palate Cookbook by Julee Ross and Sheila Lukins, still and always two of my favority healthy chefs.

Provided by sallye bates @grandedame

Categories     Other Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup(s) imported black olives, pitted
1/4 cup(s) imported green olives, pitted
4 medium anchovy fillets
1 clove(s) garlic
2 tablespoon(s) capers, thoroughly drained
2 tablespoon(s) oil-packed tuna, drained
1 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
1 cup(s) fresh basil leaves, rinsed and patted dry
1/4 cup(s) extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup(s) mayonnaise (dukes, hellmans or homemade optional)

Steps:

  • Combine black and green olives, anchovies, garlic, capers, tuna, lemon juice and basil in food processor. Process until smooth
  • With the motor still running, drizzle in the oil then add the mayonnaise and blend until a nice fluffy sauce. Taste and correct seasoning as necessary
  • Scrape dip into a serving bowl and cover. Refrigerate until ready to serve Tapenade will keep refrigerated for up to a week
  • Note: If fresh basil is not available, substitute 1 cup fresh parsley and 2 teaspoons dried basil. Good served with pita chips, individual leaves of endive as scoops, or garlic rounds

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