Nettle Soup - River Cottage

Name: Nettle Soup - River Cottage
Ingredients: Half a basket of stinging nettle tops, or fresh-looking larger leaves; 50g butter; 1 large onion (or a dozen crow garlic bulbs if you want to be truly wild), peeled and finely chopped; 1 litre vegetable or chicken stock, or even light fish stock; 1 large potato, peeled and cut into cubes; 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tbsp crème fraîche; A few drops of extra-virgin olive oil; A few drops of Tabasco

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Nettle soup is a classic wild dish, featuring potatoes for body and quality stock for depth. Use a reusable bag or basket to gather fresh nettles.

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Ingredients

Half a basket of stinging nettle tops, or fresh-looking larger leaves
50g butter
1 large onion (or a dozen crow garlic bulbs if you want to be truly wild), peeled and finely chopped
1 litre vegetable or chicken stock, or even light fish stock
1 large potato, peeled and cut into cubes
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp crème fraîche
A few drops of extra-virgin olive oil
A few drops of Tabasco