Nettle Soup

• 1 onion, chopped
• 8 large handfuls young nettle tops, chopped
• 1 oz (

Cook the onion and the nettle tops in the butter until soft. Add the flour and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring, then add the stock and season well. Bring to the boil, simmer for 5 minutes and then sieve. Re-heat, adjust the seasoning and add a little cream if desired.