Baked Seasoned Olives

Ingredients:

8 Ounces Imported Black Olives

4 Cloves Garlic, Peeled And Halved

1/2 Lemon, Thinly Sliced

1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 Teaspoon Fennel Seeds

1 Teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper

Pinch Aleppo

Chile Pepper Flakes (Optional)

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Mix together the olives with the other ingredients, and spread them out on a baking tray. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring a couple of times during the cooking process. Transfer to a serving dish, and serve warm or at room temperature.Note: These olives will keep well, refrigerated for up to one week.

Recipe and photo from italianfoodforever.com