Name: Olive Tapenade Topping
Yield: 10 people
Ingredients: 2 cups pitted Kalamata olives; 1/2 cup pitted green olives; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons capers, drained; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

Recipe Title: Olive Tapenade Topping

Brief Description: This Olive Tapenade Topping is a versatile and flavorful spread that can be used on crostini, sandwiches, or as a dip. It combines the briny flavors of olives with aromatic herbs and a touch of acidity.

Servings: 10 people
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

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Instructions:

1. In a food processor, combine the Kalamata olives, green olives, minced garlic, capers, lemon juice, parsley, basil, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.

2. Pulse the mixture until it forms a coarse paste, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed.

3. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the tapenade reaches your desired consistency. You may not need to use all of the olive oil.

4. Taste the tapenade and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more lemon juice, salt, or pepper.

5. Transfer the olive tapenade to a bowl and let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

6. Serve the olive tapenade as a topping for crostini, bruschetta, grilled meats, or as a dip for fresh vegetables.

Special Tips or Variations:

- For a smoother tapenade, process the ingredients for a longer time in the food processor.

- You can customize this tapenade by adding sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, or anchovies for extra depth of flavor.

- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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