Baby Arugula Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Ingredients:
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

1 teaspoon dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

freshly ground black pepper

1 clove garlic, minced

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

fresh baby arugula, washed and dried

shaved cheese (Gruyere, Parmesan)

Directions:

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic until the sugar and salt are dissolved.  Whisking constantly add the olive oil in a thin steady stream until emulsified. (The easiest way to make the dressein is to place all the ingredients in a screw-top jar and shake to combine.)  Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.

Place the arugula in a large salad bowl. Toss a few tablespoons of the dressing with the salad . Garnish with shaved cheese. Serve immediately.
Makes about 1/2 cup dressing. Keep in refrigerator up to 2 weeks.