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Greased pasta with ground beef and tomato sauce in a white bowl.

Classic American Chop Suey

Diana
American chop suey or goulash is comfort food for many people. This is a flavorful version, just like mom's.
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Servings 7 servings
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Course Comfort Food, Ground Beef, Pasta, Tomatoes
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 cup diced onion, or more
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced, more or less, as you like
  • 2 14.5-ounce cans petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 tablespoons tomato paste
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water following the package directions (see the Instant Pot tips, below).
  • Heat the butter or olive oil a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 3 minutes, stirring and breaking up frequently. Add the onions and continue cooking until the onions are translucent and the beef is no longer pink.
  • Add the minced garlic and continue to cook for 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring the sauce mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 5 minutes longer. Taste and season with salt and pepper, as needed.
  • Combine the sauce mixture and drained pasta and serve hot.
Keyword american chop suey, goulash, ground beef, macaroni, tomatoes
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