Citrus Baked Olives with Fresh Garlic and Herbs

Up your olive and antipasto game with this super easy baked entertaining idea. Pick up some of your favorite olive bar items and a bouquet of fresh herbs to create an impressive presentation of Mediterranean munchies.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound medley of your favorite olives and antipasti (we used DeLallo Seasoned Olive Medley, DeLallo Pepperazzi™ Peppers and DeLallo Lupini Beans)
• 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 sprig fresh thyme
• 1 sprig fresh oregano
• Hot pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/4 cup DeLallo Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon orange zest

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven at 400˚F.
2. On a large baking sheet, toss olives and antipasti with garlic, thyme, oregano, hot pepper flakes and olive oil.
3. Bake for about 12 minutes, until warmed. Remove from heat.
4. In a serving bowl or dish, toss warmed olives with a teaspoon each of fresh chopped rosemary, parsley and orange zest.
5. Allow to marinate about 10 minutes before serving.