Warm Potato Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 -6 potatoes (2 lbs)
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme (1 t dried)
2 tablespoons small capers
12 kalamata olives, pitted
1/4 cup olive oil
arugula, rinsed and stemmed
ricotta salata, crumbled (can substitute romano or parmesan)

Preparation

scrub the potatoes and peel them if you wish.
slice in half lengthwise and cut cross-wise into 1/2 inch thick semi-circles.
place them in a pot with salted cold water to cover and bring to a boil.
reduce heat, cover and simmer 15-20 minutes, till just tender.
meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients.
When the potatoes are tender, drain them and place in a serving bowl.
pour on the dressing and toss well.
serve immediately on a bed of arugula and top ricotta salata.