Step 1

Set pellet grill at 220 with perfect mix pellets.

Step 2

Arrange the olives in a shallow piece of heavy-duty foil molded into a small tray.

Step 3

Add the remaining ingredients.

Step 4

Place the olives in the smoker and cook until the olives absorb half of the liquid and take on a light but identifiable smoke flavor, 30-50 minutes. Time depends on your grill!! Taste test after about 15-20 minutes.

Step 5

The olives can be served immediately with some asiago grated cheese over them or can sit for several hours to develop the flavor further.

Step 6

Refrigerate any leftovers. Be sure to save the leftover olive oil for bread dipping – mmmmmmgood!