Seared Scallops With Fennel without chile vinaigrette

1 lb dry large scallop (rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into 6 pieces 2 tablespoons finely diced[...]

1/4 cup packed soft dried tomatoe (not packed in oil, 1 1/4 oz) 3/4 cup unsalted butter , softened 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup minced shallot 2/3 cup dry white[...]

2 tablespoons olive oil 2 shallots , finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon white pepper 1 tomato , chopped (or 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered) 2[...]