Basil Olives

Description: If you do not have fresh basil available, pesto will work in a pinch. Add a heaping tablespoon to the olives and taste. Add more as needed. I like to use a mixture of half black and half green olives.

Ingredients:

• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 16 ounces black olives or 16 ounces green olives

Steps:

1. Mix all ingredients in a jar or container with a lid, add olives and mix.
2. Refrigerate at least 12 hours or until flavors have melded.
3. Line a plate with lettuce leaves and serve.