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american chop suey in a bowl

Basic American Chop Suey

Diana
American chop suey is one of America's favorite comfort foods. Add this tasty pasta and ground beef dish to your mealtime roundup.
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Servings 4 servings
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Course Ground Beef, Pasta
Cuisine American
Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces macaroni, cooked and drained
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 2 cans, 14.5 ounces each tomatoes (diced)
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Shredded cheese, for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the ground beef and bell pepper continue cooking until the beef is no longer pink. Drain off excess fat.
  • Add tomatoes to the skillet along with salt, pepper, and chili powder. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the macaroni following package directions.
  • Add the drained macaroni to the tomato and beef mixture and blend well.
  • Garnish with shredded Parmesan or cheddar cheese or fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy!
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Keyword american chop suey, goulash, macaroni, macaroni and beef, macaroni and tomatoes
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