Tomato-Parmesan Salad Dressing

Makes 1¼ cups

• ½ cup chopped tomato
• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon mustard (any type)
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

1. In a blender, combine the tomato, oil, cheese, water, garlic, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Puree until the dressing is very smooth.

2. Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate until ready to use.