Scallops with Spring Onion Puree and Black Truffles

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   In a large saute pan, heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil over low heat.

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   Add the onions and saute for 8 minutes.

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   Add a few tablespoons water and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are very soft, 8 to 10 minutes longer.

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   Remove from the heat, transfer to a blender, and puree until smooth.

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   You should have about 2 cups puree.

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   Stir the truffle into the puree and keep warm.

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   In a large nonstick saute pan, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil over high heat.

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   Add the scallops and saute, turning once, until golden on the outside and just opaque at the center, 4 to 6 minutes total.

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   Divide the onion puree evenly among warmed salad plates.

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    Top with the scallops, again dividing evenly, and sprinkle with the fleur de sel and chives.

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    Serve warm.

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    Variations:

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    If you cannot find spring onions (small, white bulbs on green stems), you can use 4 bunches green onions (scallions), white part only, and 1 yellow onion in their place.

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    In place of the truffle, trim the stem ends, wipe clean, and slice 1/4 pound fresh porcini or chanterelle mushrooms, then saute the mushrooms in olive oil until tender.

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    Serve them with the scallops atop the onion puree.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.