Ingredients

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1 small shallot, finely chopped

1 small garlic clove, minced

1/4 cup red-wine vinegar

2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped

1 large head romaine lettuce, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick shreds

Preparation

Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook shallot and garlic until just turning translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in vinegar and anchovies, and remove from heat. Let cool.

Toss lettuce with dressing just before serving.