That Good Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 bunches romaine lettuce, torn
2 cups tomatoes, chopped
1 cup swiss cheese, shredded
2/3 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1 cup caesar-flavor croutons

Preparation

In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper; cover and shake well. Chill.
In a bowl, toss romaine, tomatoes, Swiss cheese, almonds if desired, Parmesan cheese and bacon.
Shake dressing; pour over salad and toss.
Add croutons and serve immediately.