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Marinated Olives

prep time:10 minutes
total time:2 days 2 hours 10 minutes
This no-cook recipe uses garlic, fresh rosemary, and lemon peel to infuse standard jarred olives, making them significantly more flavorful. The only requirement is patience: they must marinate for at least 2 days. The oil will solidify in the fridge; simply let it return to room temperature before serving.
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Ingredients

Ingredients (~1/2 lb)

  • 1/2 lb mixed olives pitted recommended
  • 1-2 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 small bay leaf
  • 1-2 large strips of lemon peel
  • 1/2 tsp black peppercorns
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • ~1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil or as needed to cover

Instructions

  • Rinse and drain olives.
  • Place olives in clean jar, layering with garlic, rosemary, oregano, bay leaf, lemon peel, peppercorns, and red pepper flakes.
  • Cover completely with olive oil.
  • Seal and refrigerate for 2 days.
  • Remove from refrigerator 1-2 hours before serving to soften oil.

Notes

Best served at room temperature. Olives will keep refrigerated for 1-2 weeks.