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.
How many cups of vegetables equal one pound? Measuring vegetables for recipes is not always easy. The following equivalent measurements will help you convert a vegetableâs weight (in pounds) on the grocery scale to the amount (in cups) that you need for a recipe. Now when a recipe calls for a cup of onions, youâll know how much to slice!