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American Chop Suey Recipe

American · Main course · 40 min total

A classic New England comfort food, American Chop Suey is a hearty one-pot meal of elbow macaroni, ground beef, and tomatoes simmered together. This easy recipe delivers a satisfying, family-friendly dinner in under an hour.

Ingredients

• 1 lb elbow macaroni
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
3. Add onion and bell pepper to the pot; cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and let cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the cooked macaroni to the sauce and stir until well coated. Cook for 2-3 minutes to let flavors meld. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.

Tips

• For a richer flavor, use a mix of ground beef and ground pork.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• This dish freezes well; portion and freeze for up to 3 months.

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