Rick Stein's Marinated Olives

This was delicious and so easy. If you don't have 3 hours to set it aside, then set it aside for as long as you have!

I think I might put a bit of chili in there next time... Maybe a bit of feta...

Ingredients

• 225g/8oz each of black and green olives
• 4 tbsp extra virgin oil
• 3 small sprigs each of fresh thyme, rosemary and oregano
• 4 small fresh bay leaves
• 1 large clove of garlic, sliced thinly
• 2 lemon slices, quartered

Method

1. Simply mix everything together, cover and set aside for 3-4 hours before serving.