Old-Fashioned Beef Stew

1 boneless chuck roast (2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 large onion, chopped
5 cups water
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 to 3 teaspoons salt, optional
5 to 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
5 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 medium rutabaga, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup sliced celery (1/2-inch pieces)
1/2 medium head cabbage, finely sliced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cold water
2 teaspoons browning sauce, optional

In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown meat in oil. Add onion, water, seasoned salt, pepper and salt if desired; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours.

Add the vegetables; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until the meat and vegetables are tender. Combine flour, cold water and browning sauce. Stir into stew; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute. Makes 8 servings.