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Boil vinegar and shallots in heavy medium saucepan until almost no liquid remains, about 6 minutes.
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Add clam juice and oil; simmer until reduced to 1 cup, about 10 minutes.
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Whisk yolks in medium bowl.
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Gradually whisk in simmering sauce.
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Return sauce to pan; stir over medium-low heat until thermometer has registered 140F for 3 minutes (do not boil).
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Strain into bowl.
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Mix in dill.
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(Can be made 8 hours ahead.
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Chill.)
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Preheat oven to 425F.
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Line cooking rack with waxed paper.
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Butter 2 baking sheets.
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Place 1 phyllo sheet on work surface.
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Brush with melted butter.
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Top with second sheet.
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Brush with butter.
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Continue layering and buttering with remaining sheets.
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Cut phyllo into twelve 4 1/2x2-inch rectangles.
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Place on prepared sheets, spacing apart.
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Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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Bake until phyllo is golden, watching closely to prevent burning, about 8 minutes.
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Using metal spatula, transfer phyllo to waxed paper-lined rack; cool.
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Rewarm sauce over low heat, stirring constantly (do not boil).
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Place 4 phyllo rectangles on work surface.
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Cover each with salmon.
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Season with pepper.
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Sprinkle each with 1/2 teaspoon onion.
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Spoon 1 teaspoon sauce over.
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Top each with another phyllo rectangle, then salmon.
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Season with pepper.
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Sprinkle each with 1/2 teaspoon onion.
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Spoon 1 teaspoon sauce over.
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Top with remaining phyllo rectangles.
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Whisk oil and vinegar in large bowl.
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Add curly endive and toss to coat.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Divide salad among 4 plates.
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Top each with 1 napoleon.
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Serve, passing remaining sauce separately.