TOMATO, MOZZARELLA & BASIL SALAD

l tbsps. extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsps. balsamic vinegar
l tsp. minced garlic
l/4 tsp. English dry mushtard
l/8 tsp. sugar
l large vine ripened tomato, cut into l/4″ thick slices
l/4 lb. mozzarella cheese (preferably fresh) cut into l/4″ thick slices
6 to 8 large fresh basil leaves, sliced thin
In a small bowl whisk together oil, vinegar, garlic, mustard, sugar and s&p to taste. On a platter arrange tomato slices alternately with mozzarella and top with bsil. Drizzle salad with vinaigrette.
Serves 2. Gourmet July l995