Olive Marinade

AN OLIVE MARINADE

6 oz can black pitted olives, drained 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tbs chopped oregano and basil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbs balsamic vinegar 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1/4 tsp salt

Combine all ingredients in a container with a tight fitting lid. Cover, then shake to coat. Refrigerate 2 hours, serve at room temp. BEFORE SERVING---Transfer to a pretty dish and serve with wooden toothpicks as an appetizer. MARINATED OLIVES CAN ALSO BE SERVED OVER LETTUCE LEAVES AND SLICED TOMATOES AS A SALAD. Makes 1 dozen servings.*

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 * Catsrecipes Y-Group