Holiday Garlic Olives - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 (7 1/2 oz.) jars large or jumbo, pitted, ripe olives (undrained)
1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
2 bay leaves, crumbled
1/4 c. virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. whole black pepper
1 small onion, sliced
1 (4 oz.) jar pimientos, drained and chopped

Preparation

Drain olives; save liquid.
In small saucepan, combine 1 cup olive liquid, chili powder, garlic, bay leaves, olive oil, pepper and onion.
Heat to boiling.
Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, uncovered.
Stir in pimientos.
Place olives in a large jar; pour seasoning mixture over.
Cover.
Refrigerate.
Make at least 3 to 4 days prior to serving.
Makes about 3 cups.