Creamy Lengua con Mushroom Fettuccini

Ingredients:
1/4 kg beef tongue (lengua)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 tbsp peppercorn
3 tbsp salt
4-6 cups water
2 tbsp oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup button mushrooms, sliced
1 cup all-purpose cream
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups fettuccini, cooked
parsley


Directions:
1. In a saucepan, boil the beef tongue with lemon juice, onions, peppercorn, salt and water until very tender. Let cool then slice.
2. In a skillet, heat the oil then brown the garlic. Put in the sliced tongue and mushrooms, cook for 2 minutes, then add the cream. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Toss the cooked pasta with the lengua mixture. Top with grated cheese.

Mix in strips of carrots and red and green bell peppers to this recipe if you want more color and nutrients.
If you can find fresh mushrooms, use them instead of the canned variety.
Preparation time: 15-20 minutes
Cooking time: 40-45 minutes
Makes 4-6 servings.


Source: Good Housekeeping