Tuna Pate

* Exported from MasterCook *

Tuna Pate

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Seafood Appetizers

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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10 ounces Canned white albacore tuna -- packed in oil, drain
1 cup Butter -- softened
2 To 3 drops lemon juice
2 To 3 drops Tabasco sauce
10 medium Shrimp, cooked -- shelled and

3 tablespoons Coarsely chopped pimiento
2 tablespoons Drained tiny capers

An inspired and inexpensive seafood hors d'oeuvre.
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste Combine tuna, butter, lemon juice and
Tabasco in a food processor or blender, process until mixture is smooth.
Transfer to a bowl, add shrimp, pimiento and capers, mix well. Season with
salt and pepper, taste and adjust seasoning (pate must be highly seasoned).
Pack into a well-oiled 3-cup loaf pan or mold, chill 24 hours. To serve, let
stand 30 minutes at room temperature, unmold on a plate. Garnish with parsley
or watercress sprigs and sliced stuffed olives. Serve with buttered toast
rounds.
*Do not substitute water-packed tuna

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