Description
American Chop Suey is a delightful one-pot pasta dish that combines elbow macaroni, seasoned ground beef, and colorful bell peppers in a rich tomato sauce. This hearty meal is perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights, offering comforting flavors that everyone loves. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, it’s sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed red and green)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and bell peppers for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it into smaller pieces.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the canned tomatoes, tomato sauce, cooked macaroni, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Mix well until combined.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot, optionally topped with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg