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.
The number of servings of vegetables you need depends on your age and gender. Adult women should aim for 2 1/2 cups, or 20 ounces, per day, while adult men need 3 cups, which is 24 ounces, daily. Those recommendations remain constant until you reach your 50s.