Fig & Olive Tapinade

By zboni

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped dried figs
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp. dried rosemary
• 1 tsp. dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 2/3 cup chopped kalamata olives
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• salt & pepper to taste
• 1/3 cup chopped toasted walnuts
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese

Preparation

Step 1

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 & pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to blend.

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.