Stinging Nettle Soup

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the stinging nettle thoroughly and remove any tough stems.

2. 2

   Peel and chop the onion and garlic.

3. 3

   Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes.

4. 4

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

5. 5

   Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the diced potatoes to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. 7

   Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

8. 8

   Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

9. 9

   Add the stinging nettle to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

10. 10

    Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.

11. 11

    Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.

12. 12

    Serve the soup hot, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil if desired.