Ingredients

0.5 pound lean boneless pork

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 pound ground lean beef

3 cups onions, finely chopped

2 tablespoons garlic, finely minced

3 tablespoons chili powder

2 teaspoons cumin

1 tablespoon oregano, dried, crumbled

1 bay leaf

0.5 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes, or to taste

salt, to taste

pepper, to taste

3 cups tomatoes, imported canned

3 teaspoons tomato paste

2 cups beef broth, fresh or canned

0.25 cup cilantro, chopped, optional