Beef American Chop Suey

October 18, 2025 by youssef

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente, subtracting about 1 minute from the recommended time. Drain and set aside.

2. Brown the Beef:
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 3 minutes (it does not need to be fully cooked at this point). Drain off any excess grease.

3. Sauté the Aromatics:
To the same skillet with the beef, add the chopped onion, green pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened.

4. Season the Mixture:
Stir in the dried oregano, basil, parsley, a generous dash of Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 3 minutes to allow the flavors to bloom.

5. Simmer the Sauce:
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

6. Combine and Serve:
Add the cooked and drained elbow macaroni to the skillet. Stir everything together until the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce. Heat through for 2-3 minutes if needed.

Serve immediately, topped with a sprinkle of shredded cheese if desired.