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American Chop Suey

A hearty pasta dish with ground beef, colorful vegetables, and a rich tomato sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Start by boiling a large pot of salted water.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the ground beef. Brown the meat until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  3. Add the chopped onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
  4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and beef broth.
  5. Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  6. Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes.
  7. While the sauce simmers, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  8. Drain the pasta and add it directly to the sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated.

Notes

Serve with garlic bread or a fresh green salad.