Olive marinate (marinated olives)

2 Cups

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsOlive oil
4eachesGarlic cloves, peeled & crushed
Zest of 1 orange, cut into small pieces
½tablespoonFennel seeds
2cupsOil cured or brined black olives, rinsed & drained
Olive oil

Directions

Heat the olive oil in a small pot over low heat. Add the garlic, orange zest & fennel seeds. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Combine all the ingredients in a glass or ceramic container. Let stand at room temperature for several hours before serving. Or store in a covered container in the refrigerator. Bring back to room temperature before serving.