"Jebediah Kornworthy" > wrote in message
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> Hello all,
>
> I am new to this newsgroup. I used to watch this group and
> occasionally post here about 5 years ago. I am hoping to get a couple
> responses on what "secret ingredients" you use in your chili. I will post
> another question soon on what secret "spice" ingredients you use. Today,
> I am just looking at the weird things you like to add to your chili like
> beer or peanut butter.
>
> I have looked at many sites, blogs and other groups including
> yahoo groups at the different secret ingredients or unusual ingredients
> used in chili making. They don't have to be a secret, just unusual and
> something that works well. Maybe something that you have been
> complemented on before when you made your chili? Here is a list that I
> came up with in my travels.

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I think the most interesting ingredient(s) has not been mentioned.

1. The Proper browning of the protein(s) (Maillard effect)
2. A small amount of soy sauce will perk up the perception of a beefy
flavor.

Dimitri