1 1/2 lb. brisket
2 med. carrots
1 sm. turnip
1 sm. kohlrabi
4 qt. water
Black pepper
1/2 lb. white potatoes, cubed
1 clove garlic
1 tsp. salt
1 sm. onion
1 tbsp. vinegar
1 sprig parsley
Celery
Thyme
1/4 c. vermicelli
Piece of cabbage may be added

Brisket is washed in vinegar and water and put to soak in 4 quarts of cold water to which salt, garlic and vinegar are added. Bring slowly to a boil; remove any scum. Increase heat and when meat is almost tender, add other ingredients. Potatoes and vermicelli are added last. Simmer for 30 minutes.