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Olive Tapenade
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Instructions
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Place all the ingredients in a food processor and puree until smooth.
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Spread on toast points, crackers, or on a sandwich and serve.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Balance Brininess with Fresh Basil 🌿Add fresh basil at the very end and pulse gently to preserve its bright flavor, which counteracts the intense saltiness of the Kalamata olives and makes the tapenade more approachable for young palates.
- Control Texture with Pulse Technique ⚙️Use short, controlled pulses rather than continuous blending to achieve a chunky, rustic spread that's more interesting texturally and easier for toddlers to manage than a smooth puree.
- Toast Your Garlic First 🔥Lightly toast minced garlic in a dry pan for 30 seconds before adding to mellow its raw bite and create a sweeter, more subtle flavor that appeals to sensitive taste buds.
- Use High-Quality Olive Oil Last 🫒Drizzle premium extra virgin olive oil on top after blending rather than processing it in; this preserves its delicate flavor profile and adds a luxurious finish to your tapenade.
- Add Lemon Juice Gradually for Precision 🍋Incorporate lemon juice in small increments at the end and taste as you go, since acidity levels vary greatly between lemons and too much can overpower the subtle flavors needed for children's acceptance.
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About the Cook
Hi, I’m Catherine McCord. As a chef, TV host, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and mom of three, my goal at Weelicious is to be a resource dedicated to providing simple, nutritious, and delicious recipes for the whole family.
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Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low-Cholesterol
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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