American Chop Suey
American Chop Suey is a classic American comfort dish made with seasoned ground beef, tender macaroni, tomatoes, and aromatic vegetables simmered into a rich, hearty sauce. It’s cozy, budget-friendly, and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni cooked according to package instructions
- Grated Parmesan cheese optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Break it into small crumbles as it cooks.
- Stir in the chopped onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté 5–7 minutes until vegetables are soft and fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 10-15 minutes to let flavors blend.
- Add the cooked elbow macaroni to the skillet. Stir well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- Let the dish rest 3-5 minutes, then serve warm with optional grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving, Approx.)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 24g
- Carbs: 48g
- Fat: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Sugar: 8g
