The Ultimate Chili

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Rebecca Schoonmaker

2.5 pounds 85% lean ground beef

2 teaspoons salt

¾ teaspoon baking soda

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 large yellow onion (or 2 small), minced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, minced

2 tablespoons ancho chile powder

1 tablespoon chipotle chile powder

1 tablespoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for a sweeter chili)

2 tablespoons cornmeal

3 cups beef broth

1 ( 28 oz) can crushed tomatoes

¼ cup tomato paste

1 tablespoon molasses, such as Grandma's Original (optional, for a sweeter chili)

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, from 1 lime

subheading: FOR SERVING (OPTIONAL):

Cilantro, lime wedges, sour cream, cheese, scallions

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