1. Simmer the tongue in water. Add a coarsely chopped onion, carrots, celery and garlic and simmer all until tender. Remove from heat and leave the tongue in the broth.
Teenage girls from age 14 to 18 should eat 2 1/2 cups of vegetables every day. Teenage boys should eat three cups of vegetables daily. Teens who are active and get at least 30 minutes of exercise every day may need even more. Teens should eat a combination of raw and cooked vegetables.
When it comes to eating your vegetables, do you really know how much is enough? According to the US Department of Agriculture, the average 19- to 30-year-old woman requires two and one-half cups of vegetables per day. If this amount sounds out of reach, don't fret. The following photos will show you how to measure (and eyeball) the vegetables you need to meet these requirements every day.