Place meat in a Dutch oven; add juices and spices from packages, if desired. Add water to cover meat. Bring to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 2 hours or until meat is almost tender. Quarter potatoes and carrots; add to pan with onions.
Cover; return to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Cut cabbage into wedges; add to pan. Cover; cook 15 to 20 minutes more, or until meat and vegetables are tender. Transfer meat and vegetables to platter. Season with salt and pepper. Serves 8.
