A traditional Irish nettle soup recipe would typically include nettles, potatoes, onions, and butter. Some recipes may also call for milk, cream, or chicken broth.
Wash the young nettle tops in several changes of cold water, WEARINGRUBBER GLOVES!!!!Chop finely, or mince.
Melt butter in pot.
Sprinklein oatmeal and fry until golden brown.
Stir in water, stock or milk.
Bring to the boil, stirring constantly.
Add the nettles, salt and pepper.
Bring to the boil.
Lower heat and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Directions
Wash the young nettle tops in several changes of cold water, WEARINGRUBBER GLOVES!!!!Chop finely, or mince.
Melt butter in pot.
Sprinklein oatmeal and fry until golden brown.
Stir in water, stock or milk.
Bring to the boil, stirring constantly.
Add the nettles, salt and pepper.
Bring to the boil.
Lower heat and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes.
