Teri'S Caesar Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 head romaine lettuce
1 clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
5 Tbsp. olive or vegetable oil
1 tsp. Dijon-style mustard
dash of freshly ground pepper
3/4 c. seasoned croutons
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
bacon bits (optional)

Preparation

Wash lettuce and tear into pieces.
Combine garlic, lemon juice, oil, mustard and pepper; shake well.
(Chill dressing if desired.)
Place lettuce in salad bowl and add croutons and cheese.
Pour dressing over lettuce and toss lightly.
May sprinkle each serving with additional cheese.