Ingredients

1 1/4 pounds assorted brine-cured olives (3 cups), such as Alfonso, Gaeta, and Sicilian rinsed and drained well 

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 

1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed 

2 1/2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped 

1 garlic clove, thinly sliced 

Preparation

Stir together olives, oil, fennel seeds, oregano, and garlic in a medium bowl. Cover, and let stand at room temperature, stirring occasionally, 1 hour.