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Slow Cooker American Chop Suey

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This Slow Cooker American Chop Suey is a hearty, comforting dish made with ground beef, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and elbow macaroni. It’s an easy, classic American comfort food perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and cook the ground beef until browned. Drain off excess fat.
  2. Add chopped onion, green and red bell peppers, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until vegetables are softened.
  3. Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to the slow cooker.
  4. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and sugar. Stir to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, cook the elbow macaroni separately according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
  7. Stir the cooked macaroni into the slow cooker mixture. Cover and cook on low for another 10 to 15 minutes.
  8. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter version.
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Make it ahead by preparing the sauce a day in advance and refrigerating overnight.
  • Leftovers store well and taste even better the next day.

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