Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
6
servings
2 pound

Spanish olives

with pits

1 unit

orange

unpeeled, sliced

1 cup

whole almonds

with skin

0.25 cup

sherry vinegar

1 cup

extra-virgin olive oil

2 unit

bay leaves

10 unit

fresh thyme sprigs

1 unit

red chile pepper

halved lengthwise

Step 1
~18 min

Preheat the oven to 300F.

Step 2
~18 min

Combine the Spanish olives, sliced orange, whole almonds, sherry vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, bay leaves, thyme sprigs, and halved red chile pepper in a mixing bowl.

Step 3
~18 min

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.

Step 4
~18 min

Cover the baking dish with foil.

Step 5
~18 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours.

Step 6
~18 min

Drain the oil out of the baking dish.

Step 7
~18 min

Serve the olives warm or at room temperature with assorted cheeses.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chile pepper to your preference.

Use a variety of cheeses to serve with the olives.

The infused olive oil is delicious as a bread dip.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread.

Serve with assorted cheeses.

Serve as part of an antipasto platter.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Manchego cheese
Serrano ham
Crusty bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain

Cultural Significance

Olives are a staple in Spanish cuisine and are often served as tapas.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve
Tapas Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Game Day

Popularity Score

65/100

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