Insalata di cipolle con le alici

• 11 ounces (300 g) green onions
• 6 salt-packed anchovies

Cut off and discard the green tops of the onions and thinly slice the white portions. Soak the onions in water to cover for 1 hour. Cut the anchovies into very narrow strips.

Drain the onions well, put them in a salad bowl, and add the anchovies.

Put the vinegar in a small bowl. Add the oil and a pinch each of salt and pepper and mix well. Pour this dressing over the onions and