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Tapenade

Tapenade is a wonderful condiment, spread, accompaniment, topping, or inclusion to so many things. 
Prep Time 20 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 grams pitted black olives preferably Niçoise olives, but kalamata work
  • 2 cloves finely minced garlic
  • 80 grams anchovy fillets chopped
  • 80 grams capers
  • 100 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 30 ml fresh lemon juice
  • A few grinds of black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Chefs Knife or Utility Knife
  • 1 Food Processor
  • 1 Rubber Spatula

Method
 

  1. If the olives have pits, remove them
    Place the olives, garlic, anchovies, and capers in the bowl of a food processor and puree.
  2. While the food processor is running drizzle the olive oil into the pour spout of the food processor.
  3. Add the lemon juice and the pepper and puree until well blended.
  4. Scoop it out into a serving bowl and enjoy this simple pleasure on a sliver of a baguette.