Time to allow: 4 hours Portions : 6 people Ingredients Amount Type of raw ingredient Modern Substitutes 6 pints water   1 sheep's head   2 carrots   2 onions   1 turnip swede or potato are suitable 2 strips celery   1 bouquet garni   1 tbs rice   to taste salt and pepper   Method   1 remove the brains and tongue and soak the head in salt and water for 12 hours changing the water frequently 2 put the head into a large saucepan , cover with water and season 3 bring to the boil then strain and wash well 4 return to the saucepan bring to the boil, skin thoroughly , season and simmer for 3 hours 5 dice the vegetables 6 add the vegetables, rice and herbs to the broth 7 continue cooking for a further hour 8 remove the head and remove the meat from the bone 9 dice the meat and return it to the broth 10 remove the herbs and season to taste 11 serve