->Spiced Tongue <-

3 1/2 pounds beef tongue

2 quarts water

6 whole cloves

6 whole black peppercorns

2 teaspoons salt

4 bay leaves

1/4 cup vinegar

Combine all ingredients in slow-cooking pot. Cover and cook on

10 to 12 hours or until tender. Remove from pot; drain.

Cool slightly; remove skin with sharp knife. Serve hot or cold.

Slice thinly and serve plain, or with horseradish or mustard sauce.

It makes delicious sandwiches when served cold.