Strawberry and Stilton Salad

2 cups sliced strawberries
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon water
4 cups mixed salad greens
1 ounce crumbled Stilton cheese or feta cheese
French bread (optional)

Combine first 4 ingredients in a medium bowl; toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour. Strain mixture through a sieve into a jar, reserving liquid. Set aside strawberries. Add oil and water to jar. Cover tightly, and shake vigorously. Arrange 1 cup greens onto four individual salad plates. Top with 1/2 cup berries, 2 teaspoons dressing and 1 tablespoon cheese. Serve with French bread, if desired. Makes 4 servings.

Recipe courtesy California Strawberry Commission.