Gramma's Chop Suey

Transport your taste buds to a warm embrace of comfort with Gramma’s Chop Suey—a hearty, one-pot wonder that combines tender ground beef, colorful veggies, and perfectly cooked elbow macaroni in a savory tomato-infused sauce. This nostalgic family recipe is a time-tested favorite, featuring a medley of diced onions, celery, green bell pepper, and a splash of soy sauce for a subtle umami kick. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy dinner dish is both a weeknight hero and a nostalgic nod to homemade goodness. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch, and enjoy a meal that tastes like a hug from Grandma herself. Perfect for busy families or anyone craving classic comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 large Onion, diced
• 3 stalks Celery, sliced
• 1 large Green bell pepper, diced
• 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 8 ounces Canned tomato sauce
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 cup Elbow macaroni
• 2 cups Water or beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Push the beef to one side of the pan and add the diced onion, celery, and green bell pepper to the other side. Sauté the vegetables until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir the beef and vegetables together. Add the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, and soy sauce. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the water or beef broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 7

Stir in the elbow macaroni. Lower the heat to a simmer and cover the skillet or pot with a lid.

Step 8

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and the flavors have melded, about 12-15 minutes. Add more water or broth if the mixture becomes too dry.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasonings if necessary. Add more soy sauce, salt, or pepper to taste.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2178.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1927.7

Total Fat 110.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 329.3mg	0%
Sodium 4523.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.6g
Protein 104.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 337.0mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 3708.0mg	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: 50.5%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 28.1%