Balsamic Vinaigrette

I have to brag about our lettuce. It's just wonderful! Remember how Trouble and Mr.Perfect planted the seeds back in February (see Trouble in the Garden)? Well, the lettuce has arrived at the party.

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I wash big bunches of the lettuce and keep it in the fridge so it's always on hand.

We enjoy our lettuce in everything, sandwiches, tacos and especially salads. Even Trouble loves a big bowl of lettuce with ranch salad dressing. Mr.Perfect on the other hand is more of a balsamic vinaigrette guy. Here's a very simple and easy recipe for balsamic vinaigrette.

What you need:

• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (I used blood orange balsamic vinegar)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 clove pressed garlic
• zest of half a lemon
• juice of half a lemon
• salt and pepper to taste

What you do:
Place all of the ingredients in a jar and shake.

Add to your favorite salad!