Categories: Soups/stews 
      Yield: 4 servings 
  
      1 pt Nettle tops                        10 fl Water, stock or milk 
      1 oz Butter                                   Salt and pepper 
      1 oz Oatmeal                         
  
  Wash the young nettle tops in several changes of cold water, WEARING RUBBER 
  GLOVES!!!!  Chop finely, or mince. Melt butter in pot. Sprinkle in 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.