Ingredients

1 (4-5 lb.) fresh tongue

4 C hot water

1/2 C vingar

2 tsp. salt

3 Tnsp. sugar

3 bay leaves

18 whole cloves

3/4 C sliced onion

1 Tbsp. grated lemon rind (optional)

Preparation

Soak tongue in cold water overnight. Put in acooking pot with all other ingredients, cover, and bring to a boil. Simmer until tender, about 50 minutes per pound. Cool in cooking liquid. Remove skin while warm. Trim thick end of small bones and slice. Serves 6 to 8. Can be served hot or cold. Hot with sauce and cold without sauce.