Foraged Nettle Soup: A Unique Delightful Dish | The Cook's Cook

Ingredients

• 8 liters (2 gallons) loosely packed fresh nettle tops, well-washed*
• 15 ml (1 tablespoon) butter
• 15 ml (1 tablespoon) olive oil
• 237 ml (1 cup) sliced leeks, white and light green parts only
• 118 ml (1/2 cup) chopped celery
• 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 liter (about 4 cups) chicken stock
• Sprig of fresh thyme or 1.4 ml (1/2 teaspoon) dried thyme
• Salt
• 118 ml (1/2 cup) milk, optional
• 118 ml (1/2 cup) heavy cream, optional
• Freshly ground black pepper