MOM'S AMERICAN CHOP SUEY (1950'S BASIC)

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A school lunchtime classic. Quick and easy to make. Very bland but has remarkable taste. My sister has tried it and say it's just as she remembers Mom's. All you need to finish this recipe is some Kraft shaker cheese to complete the memory. Mom probably got the recipe from a 1950 vintage Betty Crocker cookbook. Quantities are approximate. Mom seldom measured anything. We usually make a double batch. Enjoy. If you add a bit of garlic powder, chili powder and a can of kidney beans you would create Mom's Chili Mac Recipe.

Provided by Mike G.

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons oil (I use olive, mom did'nt)
1 -1 1/2 lb ground beef
1 small yellow onion
1/2 cup green bell pepper
1/2 cup celery
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce (mom used Hunts)
1 (8 ounce) can water
1 -1 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (mom probably used A1)
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
8 ounces elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Clean and dice or chop the veggies as you like.
  • Brown ground beef and onion in oil, drain and return to pan.
  • Add remaining ingredients except pasta and mix. Simmer and stir.
  • Prepare pasta per package, drain.
  • Add to ground beef and mix well.
  • Simmer 10 - 15 minutes. Add water if needed.
  • Tastes even better the next day.

Margaret Allen
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This recipe is a great example of how easy it is to make a delicious meal at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that the whole family will love.


MD Feni
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This recipe is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and affordable. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves American chop suey.


Moldova
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of protein you like, and you can add or subtract vegetables depending on what you have on hand. It's a great way to clean out your fridge!


arthur bugembe
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and sour sauce, and they always ask for seconds.


Xane Up
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. My family loves the sweet and sour flavor of the sauce, and the vegetables are always cooked perfectly. It's a great meal to serve on busy weeknights.


Pashupati Bhatt
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and affordable. I'm definitely going to be adding it to my regular rotation of recipes.


peter githehu
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I made this recipe exactly as written, and it turned out great. The only thing I would change is to add a little more spice. I like my food a little spicy, so I would probably add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper.


marcrlla Peralta
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. I had some leftover chicken from a roasted chicken dinner, and it worked perfectly in this dish. The sauce is flavorful and tangy, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection.


Rico Vibin
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes to try, and this one definitely fits the bill. It was so quick and simple to make, and the results were delicious. My family loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.


Brad Sparks
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This recipe brought back so many childhood memories! My mom used to make this all the time when we were growing up, and it was always a favorite. I recently made it for my own family, and they loved it just as much as we did. It's such a simple dish,