Vegetarian Stew

1 onion, chopped
3 carrots, peeled and chopped
3 potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 parsnip, chopped
1 turnip, chopped
1/4 cup uncooked white rice
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
2 1/2 cups water


In a large pot over medium-high heat, combine onion, carrots, potatoes, parsnip, turnip, rice, pepper, cumin, salt and water. Boil until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes, adding more water if necessary.