New England American Chop Suey

A comforting one-pot pasta of ground beef, onions, peppers, and macaroni β€” a weeknight staple in New England kitchens.

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef with onion, pepper, and garlic; drain excess fat.
  2. Stir in crushed tomatoes and herbs; simmer 10 minutes.
  3. Add uncooked macaroni and 2 cups water; simmer, stirring, until pasta is tender.
  4. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with bread.

Chef's Notes

Despite the name, it has nothing to do with Chinese food β€” it is pure New England comfort. Leftovers make an excellent next-day lunch.