Denise's American Chop Suey

Savor the hearty, comforting flavors of Denise's American Chop Suey, a classic one-pot pasta dish that's perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender elbow macaroni with flavorful ground beef, sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and fragrant garlic, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with dried oregano and basil. With a delightful balance of savory and tangy notes, this dish is the ultimate comfort food, ready in just 45 minutes. It's a budget-friendly, family-approved meal that can be customized with your favorite toppings, like grated Parmesan cheese. Ideal for weeknight dinners or make-ahead meals, Denise's American Chop Suey will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 oz elbow macaroni
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 24 oz canned tomato sauce
• 15 oz diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, finely dice the onion and green bell pepper, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or deep pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to enhance its flavor.

Step 6

Add the canned tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (with their juice), and 1 cup of water to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Season the mixture with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet with the sauce. Stir well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.

Step 9

Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes to let the flavors marry. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Remove from heat and serve hot. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2631.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3344.6

Total Fat 105.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 5189.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 446.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.3g	0%
Total Sugars 69.5g
Protein 155.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 406.6mg	0%
Iron 32.9mg	0%
Potassium 5043.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.3%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 53.2%