Combine all ingredients in a large stockpot on the stove over medium heat stirring often until a slow boil, then reduce heat to simmer or the lowest setting and simmer covered for 90 minutes to 4 hours stirring occasionally. The lower the heat and the longer you simmer, the better the flavor.

If you desire a chili that is not quite as spicy use original v8 instead of spicy hot and omit the eighth teaspoon of red pepper flakes. If too spicy after testing add original v8 or tomato juice as needed tooth in the mix to taste.