Fig and Olive Tapenade
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Cooking:
15 min.
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Servings per container:
6
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Ingredients for - Fig and Olive Tapenade

1. Chopped dried figs - 1 cup
2. Water - ½ cup
3. Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
4. Balsamic Vinegar - 2 tablespoons
5. Dried rosemary - 1 teaspoon
6. Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
7. Cayenne pepper - ¼ teaspoon
8. Chopped kalamata olives - ⅔ cup
9. Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
10. Salt and pepper to taste - 2 cloves
11. Chopped toasted walnuts - ⅓ cup
12. Cream cheese - 1 (8 ounce) package

How to cook deliciously - Fig and Olive Tapenade

1. Stage

Combine figs and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, and liquid has reduced. Remove from heat, and stir in the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, rosemary, thyme, and cayenne. Add olives and garlic, and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to blend.

2. Stage

Unwrap cream cheese block, and place on a serving platter. Spoon tapenade over cheese, and sprinkle with walnuts. Serve with slices of French bread or crackers.