For the dressing:

Combine the following:

1½ TBS sherry or tarragon vinegar

1 garlic clove, finely chopped

¼ tsp. sea salt

-Whisk together and let stand for 15 minutes.

-Stir in the following:

1 tsp Dijon mustard

6 TBS of walnut/and or extra-virgin olive oil

For the greens: Without undoing the rubber band, gently swish 1-2 bunches of arugula in some cold water, and then shake dry.

-Beginning from the top of the bunch of arugula, cut ½ inch strips off until you reach the bottom 2 inches and then discard the stems.

-Gently spin the arugula dry in a salad spinner.

-Put 1 tsp of butter in a small skillet over low heat.

-Add ½ cup walnut halves and toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes.

-Coarsely grate ½ cup Pecorino Romano.

To assemble salad: Gently toss the arugula with the chopped chives, enough dressing to coat and a little salt.

-Heap on individual serving plates and top with a generous sprinkle of cheese and some walnuts.