My Mom’s American Chop Suey

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 16

My Mom's American Chop Suey Recipe for a Quick and Easy Dinner

by The Chefin Dinner

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

400

Sugar

Fat

16g

American Chop Suey, also known as goulash or beefaroni, is a classic American comfort food and a family favorite. The dish is quick and easy to make, and can be customized to suit individual tastes. It consists of elbow macaroni topped with a savory meat sauce made from ground beef, onions, garlic, dried oregano, and canned tomatoes. The flavorful mixture is then simmered until it thickens, and served hot over the cooked macaroni. Simple, fast and delicious, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a hearty meal that can be made in under 30 minutes.

Instructions

1.	Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Set aside.
2.	Brown hamburger over medium heat in a large skillet. When the hamburger is almost cooked through, add onion and garlic. Cook until onion is translucent.
3.	Add dried oregano, salt, and diced tomatoes (undrained with the juice) to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil.
4.	Reduce heat and simmer for 10-20 minutes. Serve over the cooked elbow macaroni.

PROS

Quick and easy dinner that can be made in less than 30 minutes.
Uses ingredients that are commonly found in the kitchen.
Can be customized with additional vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms.

CONS

Not a particularly healthy dish as it contains a significant amount of carbohydrates and fat.
May not be suitable for individuals with dietary restrictions such as gluten-free or vegetarian diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not a health food, American Chop Suey can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. The dish provides a good source of protein, carbohydrates, and some essential vitamins such as vitamin C and vitamin A from the canned tomatoes.

	1 box elbow macaroni , cooked according to package
	1 lb hamburger
	1 small onion , chopped
	2 cloves garlic , minced
	1 -2 teaspoon dried oregano
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 can diced tomatoes