1 C pitted Kalamata olives
1 C pitted Manzanilla olives
Zest of 1 small lemon
Zest of half an orange
1 ½ t Herbes de Provence
½ t red pepper flakes
1 ½ t fennel seeds
1 T minced garlic
3-4 bay leaves
¼ C EVOO
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir to mix. Let olives marinate for several hours before serving. They can be refrigerated for up to 1 week. Serve at room temperature.
Herbes de Provence is a savory mix of dried herbs including rosemary, thyme, savory, marjoram and lavender.