Shredded Romaine With Garlic Vinaigrette

My mom came across this recipe and made it about 15-20 years ago. We've been making it ever since. It's a simple and good salad.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  cloves garlic
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2  teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2  tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1⁄2 cup olive oil
• 1  head romaine lettuce, shredded
• 1⁄4 cup  grated parmesan cheese
• 1⁄4 cup pine nuts, toasted
•  fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a small saucepan of boiling water, add garlic and boil for 10 minutes.
2. Drain.
3. In a large salad bowl, mash garlic and salt into a paste and whisk in mustard and vinegar.
4. Add oil in a stream, still whisking.
5. Add romain and toss.
6. Top with pine nuts, parmesan, and freshly ground black pepper.