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.
In North Carolina, the average adult consumes 1 fruit per day and 1.6 vegetables per day, far below the recommended amounts. According to the most recent Dietary Guidelines for Americans from the USDA, fruits and vegetables should make up half of your plate per meal.