That Good Salad

by Susan Crow

1⁄4 cup vegetable oil
1⁄4 cup lemon juice
2 garlic cloves minced
1⁄2 tsp. salt
1⁄2 tsp. pepper
About 2 lbs. romaine lettuce, torn
2 cups chopped tomatoes (less is fine)
1 cup shredded swiss cheese (other varieties ok)
2/3 cup slivered toasted almonds (optional)
1⁄2 cup grated parmesan cheese
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup Caesar salad croutons

In a jar combine oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt & pepper. Cover and shake well. Chill. In a bowl toss romaine, tomatoes, cheese and bacon. Shake dressing; pour over salad and toss. Add croutons and serve. (makes 14 servings)