Serves 4-6

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cups onions, finely chopped
6 cloves garlic, peeled and left whole
Salt
1 small potato, peeled and diced
1 bunch dandelion greens
1 large bunch arugula
4 cups vegetable stock or water
1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach
½ cup fresh mint leaves
½ cup créme fraiche

DIRECTIONS

Combine the oil, onions, and garlic in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. When the onions begin to sizzle add 1 teaspoon salt, cover the pan and simmer 20 minutes until meltingly tender, check occasionally and add a tablespoon of water if the onions threaten to brown.

Meanwhile, steam the potato for 8-10 minutes until tender, set aside. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Blanch the dandelion and arugula for 2-3 minutes until tender but still bright green. Drain well and chop.

Add the stock to the onions and bring to a boil. Add the steamed potato, blanched greens, spinach and mint, simmer 3-4 minutes.

Puree the soup with the créme fraiche. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Recipe Property of Peter Berley