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American Chop Suey Recipe

A hearty, flavorful dish combining ground beef, bell peppers, and elbow macaroni in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Course Dinner
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 3
Author FastPrep Recipes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Ground beef
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 1 Green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 Red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 Cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 Can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cup Elbow macaroni
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving optional

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it is browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  • Add the chopped onion and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook the vegetables in a skillet until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté it for an additional minute, or until it becomes fragrant.
  • Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and Italian seasoning. Mix well and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  • In the meantime, cook the elbow macaroni following the instructions on the package. Drain and set aside.
  • Combine the cooked macaroni with the sauce mixture in the skillet. Stir until well incorporated.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the dish hot and, if desired, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
  • This dish can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information:
  • Calories: 350
  • Total Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 5g
  • Protein: 20g