Olive and Pistachio Pâté

Directions

1. 1

   Step 1

   

   Rinse and dry the herbs. Peel the garlic. Prepare a frying pan and a blender.

2. 2

   Step 2

   

   Place the olives in the blender bowl, making sure they are pitted. Add the cheese, garlic, parsley, basil, and half of the prepared oil. Blend until smooth. Use the remaining oil to achieve the desired pâté consistency.

   TipPour in the remaining oil in a thin stream while continuously blending. You may need more or less oil: it all depends on the texture of the pâté you prefer.

3. 3

   Step 3

   

   Chop the pistachios into coarse crumbs and add to the olive mixture. Taste the pâté and season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Step 4

   

   Toast the bread in a toaster, on a frying pan, or in the oven. Spread each slice with pâté, sprinkle with pistachios, and drizzle with olive oil.