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    Italian Tuna and Caper Spread


    Source of Recipe


    Internet

    Recipe Introduction


    Makes about 1 3/4 cups
    Make-Ahead: The spread can be prepared up to 2 days ahead.


    List of Ingredients




    Two 7-ounce cans tuna in olive oil, drained
    1/2 cup mayonnaise
    2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    1 teaspoon anchovy paste
    1 garlic clove, crushed through a press
    3 tablespoons nonpareil capers, drained and rinsed
    2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for more for garnish
    Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

    Recipe



    Pulse the tuna, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and anchovy paste in a food processor fitted with the metal blade until smooth. Add the capers and parsley and pulse until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    Transfer to a medium bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours or up to 2 days.

    Just before serving, garnish with chopped parsley. Serve chilled.

    What to Spread
    Fresh baguette slices
    Crostini
    Flatbread crisps
    Cherry tomatoes
    Cucumber slices

 

 

 


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