Grandma's Olives (Aceitunas de la Abuela)

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste or finely chopped anchovies
• 1/4 teaspoon pimentón (smoked sweet Spanish paprika)
• 4 large cloves garlic, smashed
• 4 rosemary sprigs
• 4 thyme sprigs
• 2 cups mixed olives with pits
• Sherry vinegar, to taste

Directions

1. Combine the olive oil, anchovy paste, pimentón, garlic, rosemary, and thyme in a saute pan and warm over medium heat, whisking together, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the olives and toss until warm. Add a splash of vinegar to taste and serve warm, or just let sit to continue to infuse the flavors.