Pasta
Recipe| American Chop Suey
This Classic American Chop Suey Recipe is easy to make in One Pot with simple ingredients. The flavors blend together perfectly for a traditional comfort food that your family will love.
Ingredients
1 + ½ lbs. ground beef, 85% lean
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
3 Tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced green pepper
1 stick celery, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
14.5 oz. diced tomatoes, undrained
16 oz. tomato sauce
2 ½ cups chicken broth, or beef broth
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese,
Instructions
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Note: if adding cheese, shred it from a block and set aside before you begin. It shouldn’t be cold when added to the pot. Refrain from packaged shredded cheese if possible as it contains cellulose which prevents it from melting well.
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Cook and crumble the ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Drain grease.
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Add seasonings and tomato paste.
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Add in onions, peppers, and celery cook for 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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Add the tomato sauce and stir until combined.
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Add the Worcestershire sauce, undrained diced tomatoes, and chicken broth.
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Add the uncooked macaroni, stir to combine. Bring to a gentle boil.
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Cover for 4 minutes. Uncover and run a silicone spatula along the bottom. Gently lift up anything that is settled on the bottom.
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Cover partially and boil gently for 4 more minutes. Run a silicone spatula on the bottom again.
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Heat for 2-3 more minutes or until macaroni is cooked through. Taste-test a noodle for doneness before proceeding. Turn off heat. The pasta will continue to absorb remaining liquid.
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If desired, gradually sprinkle in the cheese and stir to combine. Serve and enjoy!
American Chop Suey