**Olive Garden Marinated Peppers: A Taste of Italy at Home**
Bursting with vibrant flavors and Mediterranean charm, Olive Garden Marinated Peppers are a delightful appetizer, side dish, or addition to salads and sandwiches. Inspired by the beloved Italian restaurant chain, these peppers are marinated in a tantalizing blend of herbs, spices, and tangy vinegar, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy. This recipe offers two variations: a classic Olive Garden Marinated Peppers recipe that stays true to the restaurant's iconic taste and a spicy version that adds a touch of heat for those who crave a bolder experience. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal effort, making them perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve them as a colorful appetizer with crackers or crostini, alongside grilled meats or roasted vegetables, or toss them into salads for an extra burst of flavor. No matter how you choose to enjoy them, Olive Garden Marinated Peppers are sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
WARM MARINATED OLIVES
Steps:
- Drain the green and black olives from the brine or oil that they're packed in and place them in a medium bowl. Add the orange zest, garlic, fennel seeds, thyme leaves, red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Pour the olive oil over the mixture, add the thyme sprigs and toss to combine.
- Transfer the mixture, including the olive oil, to a medium (10-inch) sauté pan. Heat over medium heat until the oil begins to sizzle. Lower the heat and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the olives and garlic are heated through and fragrant. Serve warm right from the pan or transfer to a serving dish. Offer a small dish for the pits.
MARINATED PEPPERS
There are so many great ways you can use this delicious jar of marinated roasted peppers. Eat them right out of the jar, serve them as part of an antipasti platter, have them on a sandwich or spoon them onto some toasted crusty bread. They are so versatile and colorful! Be sure to use an assortment of peppers here, if possible!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories condiment
Time 4h
Yield about 1 1/2 cups of marinated peppers
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450˚ F. Put the peppers on a parchment-lined baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Roast until the skins are charred in spots and the peppers are tender, 20 to 30 minutes (the Italian peppers may be done before the bell peppers). Remove the peppers to a large bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Let the peppers steam so the skins loosen, at least 20 minutes.
- Carefully peel the skins off the peppers, scraping away any stuck bits using a paring knife. Lay the peppers flat on a cutting board and tear them open like a book; remove the stems and scrape away the seeds, then tear the peppers into long strips, about 1 1/2 inches wide. Transfer the strips to a medium bowl.
- Add the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil, the vinegar, oregano, basil, garlic and a big pinch of salt to the peppers; toss. Transfer to a small jar and refrigerate at least 3 hours or up to 1 week.
OLIVE GARDEN MARINATED PEPPERS
This recipe is from the files of Riserva di Fizzano and the Rocca delle Macie Winery - Olive Garden's Italian Partners.
Provided by Member 610488
Categories Peppers
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Wash and dry peppers.
- Roast whole peppers in oven at 450F for 10-15 minutes or until skin blisters and blackens. Immediately transfer peppers to a holding pan, seal with plastic wrap and cool.
- Remove skins and seeds from cooled peppers. Slice peppers into strips. Season peppers with extra virgin olive oil, vinegar, basil, parsley, garlic, salt and pepper.
- Drizzle both sides of bread with extra virgin olive oil. Grill bread on both sides.
- Layer peppers on grilled bread slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.9, Fat 30.1, SaturatedFat 4.5, Sodium 447, Carbohydrate 51.9, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 5.8, Protein 8.8
Tips:
- Choose the right peppers: Look for firm, brightly colored peppers with no blemishes. Bell peppers are the most common type of pepper used for making marinated peppers, but you can also use other types of peppers, such as banana peppers, jalapeños, or cherry peppers.
- Slice the peppers thinly: This will help the marinade to penetrate the peppers and give them a more even flavor.
- Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade is what gives the peppers their flavor, so make sure to use a marinade that you enjoy. There are many different recipes for marinated peppers, so you can find one that suits your taste.
- Let the peppers marinate for at least 24 hours: This will give the marinade time to penetrate the peppers and develop its flavor.
- Serve the peppers chilled: Marinated peppers are best served chilled. You can serve them as an appetizer, side dish, or even as a main course.
Conclusion:
Marinated peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a snack or light lunch. With so many different recipes to choose from, you are sure to find a marinated pepper recipe that you will love.
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