Ingredients
2 cups assorted unpitted olives, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 thin orange slices
3 thin lemon slices
2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
Red pepper flakes
Preparation
In a medium saucepan, combine olives, olive oil, orange slices, lemon slices, and fresh thyme. Season to taste with red-pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer olives, fruit, and herbs to a serving dish; reserve oil for another use.
