Nettle Soup

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Looking for a nutritious and flavorful soup recipe? Look no further than this delicious nettle soup recipe. Packed with vitamins and minerals, nettle leaves add a unique twist to this classic dish. With its vibrant green color and earthy taste, this soup is both comforting and refreshing. Perfect for those looking to try something different and explore the world of wild greens.

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Nettle soup recipe details

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This is another very old recipe from my very old Irish recipe book. Although nettles are not as commonly eaten in Ireland today, this weed saved many a family during the famine. Make sure to wear gloves when handling nettles, and use only the leaves, discarding the stems and stingers. Bear in mind that the “sting” cooks out entirely!
Ready in: 40 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 2 T. Butter
• 2 medium onions, roughly chopped
• 2 Cloves Garlic, roughly chopped
• 4-6 Cups Nettle leaves (stems removed)
• 1 Large baking potato, peeled and diced
• 2 cups chicken stock stock
• 1 Cup Whipping Cream
• Small knob of butter
• Salt and pepper
• 6 slices crisply cooked bacon

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 30 mins

1. Melt butter, and add onions and garlic, cooking until just translucent.
2. Add Nettle leaves, and cook until just wilted.
3. Add potatoes, stock and cream to the pot, then bring to just below a simmer. (DO NOT allow to boil!!) Cook for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
4. Add soup to blender, and puree. Add butter to soup, and stir until just melted. Plate the soup, then crumble cooked bacon over each bowl.