Tapenada

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TAPENADA

1 Cup Black Olives (Kalamata are good)
2 Teaspoons Crushed Garlic
3 Anchovy Fillets
3 Tablespoons Chopped Capers
Half a Teaspoon Grated Lemon Zest
1 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Mediterranean Herbs
Freshly Ground Black Pepper
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice

Place all the ingredients except for the olive oil and lemon juice in the bowl of a blender or food processor.
Blend until smooth.
Add the oil and lemon juice, blend again and check the seasoning.

Use as a dip with fresh crusty bread.