Delmar Crab Vegetable

This recipe has been influenced by friends in Delaware and Maryland, both who know a lot about crabs. 

2 onions, chopped
2 cups celery, chopped
2 cups carrots, sliced
2 cups shredded cabbage
4 red potatoes, diced
2 cans diced tomatoes (use Rotels if you want it spicy)
1 quart double strength chicken stock (or beef if you prefer)
3 tbsp. Old Bay seasoning
1 tsp. black pepper
1 tsp. Italian Seasoning

1 lb. backfin crab meat, picked for shells and patted dry.

Bring all ingredients to a boil except for the crab meat.
Simmer for 1 hour.
Add crab meat.

If you can get it, use a little crab base, about 1 tsp. for extra crab flavor.