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