Baby Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 1 garlic clove, halved
• 6 (1/2-inch-thick) slices French bread baguette
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 teaspoons minced shallot
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 8 cups gourmet salad greens

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400°.
2. Rub garlic on one side of each bread slice, and place bread on a baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 4 minutes on each side or until golden.
3. Combine the vinegar and next 5 ingredients (vinegar through salt) in a jar. Cover jar tightly, and shake vigorously. Combine vinaigrette and greens, and toss well. Serve salad with garlic croutons.