Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1/2    pound         black olive in brine, pitted 
   1/4    cup           extra-virgin olive oil 
   1/2    Lemon         Juiced and grated zest
  1-2     cloves        garlic, minced 
  5-6     grindings     Freshly ground black pepper
   1/8    teaspoon      salt 
   1/4    teaspoon      red pepper flakes 
  1       tablespoon    chopped fresh basil leaves 
  2       tablespoons   capers, drained 
                        Salt to taste 

Preparation:

1. In a blender or food processor, place olives, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, and pepper; blend until slightly chunky.

2. Cover and refrigerate to allow flavors to marry for several hours.

3. Return mixture to blender and add red pepper, basil, and capers; blend until mixture is smooth and spreadable. Season with salt to taste.

Note: Refrigerate to store (can be prepared 4 days ahead). Serve at room temperature with Italian bread.