Anns Texas Chili

3 pounds boneless chuck -- cubed

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

3 garlic cloves -- chopped

2 teaspoons cumin

3 tablespoons flour

1 tablespoon oregano

2 cans beef broth

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

4 tablespoons chili powder -- or to taste

Heat oil in a 4 qt. pot, add beef, stirring frequently until meat loses color - DO NOT brown! Lower heat, stir in garlic, chili mixture, stirring until beef is evenly coated. Crumble oregano over meat. Add 1 1/2 cans broth and stir ti l liquid is well blended. Add salt & pepper, bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer partially covered over low heat for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add remaining broth, cook 30 minutes more. Cool thoroughly. Cover & refrigerate overnight. Reheat chili very gently.