Ingredients

2 cups assorted brined olives, such as Gaeta, Kalamata, and Nicoise, rinsed 

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for filling jars 

1/4 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes 

1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds 

2 bay leaves 

Four strips (4 inches) orange zest 

2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar 

Preparation

Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl. Transfer to jars. Fill jars with remaining oil. Refrigerate immediately for at least 8 hours and up to 2 weeks. Drain before serving.