New England Boiled Dinner

3 to 4 pound corned beef brisket
8 small onions
8 medium carrots
4 potatoes, pared and halved or quartered
2 turnips, cubed, if desired
1 medium green cabbage, cut into wedges
Caraway seed

Preparation Instructions:

Place brisket in large kettle; cover with cold water. Cover tightly; simmer 3 1/2 hours or until tender. Skim fat from liquid. Add onions, carrots, potatoes and turnips. Sprinkle with caraway seed. Cover; simmer 20 minutes. Remove meat to warm platter. Add cabbage; simmer uncovered 10 to 15 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. 8 servings.

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