Courgettes with Herbs

• 1 lb (450 g) small courgettes
• 1 small onion
• 1

Trim the courgettes and cut diagonally in slices. (If courgettes are large, add slices to a pan of boiling salted water and simmer for 2 minutes to blanch, then drain.)

Peel and finely chop the onion. Melt the butter in a frying pan over low heat. Add the onion and fry gently for 5 minutes to soften. Add the courgettes, parsley or chives and a seasoning of salt and pepper. Cover with a