Small Bites~ Olives

It is Jerry's turn to choose this weeks Small Bite. I think his trip to Greece may have helped in this decision.. the Small Bite this week is Olives!
I found a recipe that included the sweet flavor of fennel and the saltiness of olives. This is wonderful when served warm on chunks of bread.

Baked Fennel and Olive
1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
4 Tbs olive oil
1 cup kalamata olive, pitted
1/2 cup red wine
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
3 Tbs Italian bread crumbs
Preheat oven to 350° Thinly slice fennel, saute with garlic in 2 Tbs olive oil until tender. Combine with olives, red wine and remaining olive oil. Top with bread crumbs. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes until heated through. Serve warm with chunks of bread. Next time I will make it ahead of time and wait a while to put it in the oven.
Now, let's see what small bites we get from the other 'nibblers'. Leave your link on Mr Mcklinky. Y'all enjoy!
Sandi
Next week's secret ingredient ~~~Mushrooms ~~~