Cocoa Chili

Directions

In an 8-qt. saucepan or kettle, combine water, undrained tomatoes and tomato juice; begin cooking over medium heat.

Meanwhile, in a skillet, melt shortening : add beef and onion.

Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned; immediately add beef and onion to tomato mixture.

Add garlic, bay leaves, chili powder, co coa, oregano, cumin, sugar, salt and cayenne.

Heat to boiling.

Reduce heat; simmer 2½ to 3 hours.

Add additional water if chili gets too thick during co oking.

About 30 minutes before chili is done, add cilantro.

Mix flour with 1/ 3 cup water; add to chili.

Continue to cook, stirring constantly.