1 pound beef stew meat -- cut in 1-inch cubes 2 onions 2 potatoes 3 carrots 3 celery stalks 1/4 head cabbage 3 tablespoons margarine 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1. Melt margarine in a large heavy pot with lid. Trim meat of all fat and cut into 1-inch cubes. Brown beef on all sides. 2. Add vegetables (except cabbage) which have all been sliced into pieces of approximately the same size. Add 5 cups water. Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours, adding more water if needed. 3. Slice cabbage and add to pot along with salt and pepper. Simmer for 20-25 minutes longer.
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