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Thick & Hearty Steak Chili

"My favorite chili recipe with steak that is unbelievably tender, and the flavor is rich beyond compare. It's great paired with jalapeno cornbread...."

INGREDIENTS
1 cup dry pinto beans; or, 2 (15-oz) cans pinto beans
3 tablespoons kosher salt (for soaking dried beans); omit if using canned beans
3-1/2 pounds sirloin or blade steak or chuck-eye roast
4 garlic cloves
2 medium onions, each cut into 8 pieces
2-3 jalapenos, seeds and ribs removed, cut into 1/2" pieces
3 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup regular chili powder
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (may omit if less heat is desired)
3 tablespoons cornmeal
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2-1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons molasses
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 (12-oz) bottle beer
1 teaspoon kosher salt (approx--add to taste)
Optional garnishes: chopped green or red onions, shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, jalapenos, Fritos, crumbled tortilla chips
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