Classic American Chop Suey, Version II
American Chop Suey combines tender elbow macaroni and browned ground beef with chopped onion in a rich, tomato-based sauce. Simple, comforting, and quick to prepare, it makes an easy family dinner that appeals to kids and adults alike.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Classic American Chop Suey, Version II, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 46
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 37
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 44
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Cook macaroni according to package directions.
- 2
Meanwhile, heat a separate large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the ground beef and onion for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the meat is browned and crumbly. Drain thoroughly, leaving the meat and onion in the skillet. Pour the two cans of tomato soup into the skillet and stir well to combine.
- 3
When the noodles are done, drain thoroughly and return them to the pot. Add the hamburger mixture from the skillet to the pot. Mix well, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 4
Pour the two cans of tomato soup into the skillet and stir well to combine.
- 5
When the noodles are done, drain thoroughly and return the noodles to the pot.
- 6
Add the hamburger mixture from the skillet to the pot.
- 7
Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Calories 562.28 kcal High 28%
- Protein 32.24 g Good Source 64%
- Carbohydrate 87.31 g 32%
- Total Fat 9.65 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 2.93 g Moderate 15%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 52.63 mg Moderate 18%
- Sodium 473.66 mg High 21%
- Dietary Fiber 4.54 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 11.79 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 5.47 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 5.14 mg Good Source 29%
- Potassium 917.9 mg Moderate 20%
- Vitamin A 121.79 mcg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin C 6.09 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Classic American Chop Suey, Version II is made with 8 ingredients and serves 5. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Condensed Tomato Soup, Ground Beef, and Lean Ground Beef. Each serving provides about 562.28 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic American Chop Suey, Version II made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Condensed Tomato Soup, Ground Beef, Lean Ground Beef, Macaroni. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Classic American Chop Suey, Version II?
- About 30 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 562.28 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic American Chop Suey, Version II easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Classic American Chop Suey, Version II healthy?
- Classic American Chop Suey, Version II has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 562.28 calories and 32.24 g of protein, or 64% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 473.66 mg (21% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.93 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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