Marinated Olives Recipe

Marinated Olives Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 cup brine-cured black olives, drained
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley

Method

1. In a small saucepan, heat the oil over low heat
2. Add the garlic, oregano, crushed red pepper and vinegar and cook for 2 minutes
3. Remove from heat and stir in the olives
4. Transfer to a bowl
5. Cover and refrigerate overnight
6. Remove the olives from the marinade and place in a small serving bowl
7. Sprinkle with parsley and serve
8. Cover and refrigerate any unused olives
9. Properly stored, they will keep for several weeks
10. To intensify flavor, remaining olives can be stored in the leftover marinade; otherwise, the remaining marinade can be discarded

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