Boiled Hen

Description
In Romanian: Gaina rasol

Ingredients

 * 1 medium hen
 * 2 carrots
 * 1 parsley root
 * 1 celery root
 * 1 parsnip
 * 1 onion
 * 2 juniper berries (optional)
 * 1 bay leaf (optional)
 * 3 – 4 potatoes
 * 3 quarts / 3 l water
 * salt

Directions

 * 1) Clean and wash the hen and set it to boil at low heat with 3 qts/3 l water.
 * 2) Remove foam, then add the vegetables, onion, juniper berries, bay leaf and salt.
 * 3) Cover and simmer until the hen is almost done.
 * 4) Add the halved (lengthwise) potatoes and let simmer until done.
 * 5) Remove the hen, cut in pieces, arrange on a platter and garnish with boiled potatoes and sliced carrot and celery.
 * 6) Spray with a few tablespoons of the boiling liquid.
 * 7) Serve to taste with oil and lemon juice or vinegar, horseradish sauce or garlic juice.