Mom's Chocolate Chili

Directions

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent.

Add the meat to the skillet. Break up any lumps with a fork and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned.

Stir in the kidney beans, tomato purée, tomato paste, green chile, water, 1 ounce of chocolate, ground chile, cumin and beef cube.

Mix well.

Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for ½ hour.

Stir occasionally.

Stir in the remaining chocolate and continue cooking until it is thoroughly blended.

Taste and adjust seasonings.