Blackoliveoil Recipes

BLACK OLIVE OIL

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.
• Refrigerate in a tightly covered container for up to 1 week.

MEDITERRANEAN BLACK OLIVE BREAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, mix together flour, yeast, sugar, salt, black olives, olive oil, and water.
• Turn out dough onto a floured board. Knead until smooth and elastic, 5 to 10 minutes. Set aside, and let rise about 45 minutes, until it doubles in size. Punch down. Knead well again, for about 5 to 10 minutes. Let rise for about 30 minutes, until it doubles in size.
• Round the dough on kneading board. Place upside down in a bowl lined with a lint-free, well floured towel. Let rise until double in size.
• While the bread is rising for the third time, put a pan of water in the bottom of the oven. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
• Gently turn loaf out onto a sheet pan that has been lightly oiled and dusted with cornmeal.
• Bake loaf at 500 degrees F (260 degrees C) for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake for 30 more minutes, or until done.

BLACK OLIVE SPREAD

Steps:

• Place olives, Parmesan cheese, and garlic (if using) in a food processor. Add olive oil slowly while running. Process until smooth.

BLACK OLIVE PASTE

Steps:

• In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade, blend the olives, anchovy fillets, garlic, rosemary, and pepper to a smooth paste. With the processor on, slowly add the olive oil until combined, about 2 minutes. Transfer the olive paste to a small bowl, and set aside.

BLACK OLIVES

Steps:

• Slit the olives down one side.
• Cover with cold water and leave to soak for 17 days to eliminate bitterness.
• Change the water every day, then soak in salt water for 3 days, stirring occasionally.
• You make the salt water by mixing the salt with enough water so an egg will float in the brine solution.
• Drain, then soak for 3 days in 1 part vinegar and 2 parts water, making sure the olives are covered at all times.
• Drain and add the garlic, pickling spice, chillies and thyme.
• Pack in sterile jars and pour on olive oil to cover.
• Seal and leave for at least 4 weeks.
• The oil will take on an olive taste and can be used in salads.