small batch chunky chili:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 sweet onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
8 ounces ground beef (I used 90% lean)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14.5 oz) can tomato puree

polenta:
4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
3/4 cup polenta (coarse grind cornmeal)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 ounces pecorino Romano cheese, freshly grated
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

6 ounces white cheddar cheese, freshly grated
1/3 cup sour cream or greek yogurt
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup freshly snipped chives
a few handfuls of corn chips
sliced limes for spritzing