White Chili

Directions

1. 1
   Wash beans; place in kettle, cover and soak for 24 hours. Drain.
2. 2
   Cut chicken into pieces.
3. 3
   Cover with 5 cups water and cook for 30 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove chicken and reserve broth.
5. 5
   Add enough additional broth to make 10 cups total.
6. 6
   Strain broth and add beans, onions, celery, cumin, thyme, salt, pepper and bay leaves. Bring to boil.
7. 7
   Add 2 to 3 cups of the cooked chicken, cut into small pieces and reduce heat.
8. 8
   Simmer 1 to 2 hours until beans are tender.
9. 9
   Add milk to flour and add to kettle.
10. 10
    Cook another 30 minutes.
11. 11
    Makes 1 gallon.