Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  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

Preparation:

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. Serving Ideas : Serve with a a salad and bread for a hearty meal.

Nutritional Information:

245 Calories (kcal); 12g Total Fat; (45% calories from fat); 18g Protein; 15g Carbohydrate; 42mg Cholesterol; 678mg Sodium