Spicy Citrus Olives

By llbowles

Ingredients

• 1 lemon, zest with vegetable peeler
• 1/2 orange, zest with vegetable peeler
• 6 cups mixed olives
• 3 cups olive oil
• 6 sprigs thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Remove zest from lemon and orange with vegetable peeler. Combine mixed olives, olive oil, sprigs of thyme, and crushed red pepper in a medium saucepan. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until heated through, 1-2 minutes; let cool. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.