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Step 1
In large Dutch oven or heavy bottomed stock pot, brown the beef and sausage breaking apart any chunks until cooked throughout. With a ladle, strain off and discard excess fat - a couple tablespoons left in pot is fine.
Step 2
While meat is cooking, in food processor, pulse onion, sweet peppers, garlic cloves, and chipotle peppers until very finely chopped.
Step 3
Add chopped veggie mixture to dutch oven and sauté 3-5 minutes.
Step 4
Add in all dry spices and powders: chili powder, SMOKED paprika, cumin, garlic, onion, salt, cocoa, brown sugar, and cornmeal. Stir to incorporate well.
Step 5
Stir in tomato paste and molasses and mix throughout.
Step 6
Stir in drained beans, tomatoes and their juices, and the beer. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer with cover on low for 1-2 hours (the longer the better, but 1 hour will do the trick).
Step 7
Check and adjust seasonings as needed. Too spicy? Add sweet. Too bland? Up the salt. Serve immediately OR refrigerate 1-2 days for optimal flavors.