4 lb. boneless beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 tablespoons chili powder, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
8 oz. bacon, chopped
4 cups chopped onions
1/4 cup chopped garlic
2 Anaheim or poblano chiles, roasted, chopped*
2 jalapeño chiles, veins and seeds removed, finely chopped
1 (28-oz.) can diced tomatoes
1 (12-oz.) bottle beer or nonalcoholic beer
1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken or beef broth
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons molasses
2 tablespoons masa harina or instant grits**
3 tablespoons cider vinegar