Reviewed: Aug. 17, 2006

This is a great recipe to build off of, according to your tastes. I only used half of the macaroni called for, and that was plenty for us. I also used tomato sauce (didn't have tomato soup), added a can of chopped up stewed tomatoes, and a chopped green pepper. It was a big hit for us. Good dish to make on nights when you don't know when everyone will be home, because it can just sit in a covered pot over a very low heat without ruining it. And, leftovers the next day taste even better!

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Diane M.

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Reviewed: Jul. 27, 2006

I did the same as others and used this as a jumping off point. I used 1 can tomato soup, 1 can sauce and one can diced tomatos. Also added cheddar and mozz. cheese and some spices. 3 1/2 yr old son ate it constant for two days, would eat nothing else until it was all gone.

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Reviewed: Jul. 12, 2006

Added mushrooms, bell peppers, and cheddar cheese. The entire family loved this!

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Reviewed: Jul. 12, 2006

Very good!!! Made enough to have leftovers today. My family of picky eaters loved it. I didnt change anything because it was so easy to make.

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MBlakeman

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Home Town: Hamlin, West Virginia, USA

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Reviewed: Jul. 3, 2006

Rank this one right up there with other quick and easy to prepare, yet tasty dishes. I thought this might be similar to a staple dish my mom used to make when I was a kid. Turns out, she must have used tomato soup, because the taste is quite similar. I can't wait to ask her. I knew it wasn't straight tomato sauce or spaghetti sauce, but who would have thought it was tomato soup? Awesome and so easy! Here's an update, since I prepared this again yesterday: First, it wasn't tomato soup my mom used when I was a kid. I ask her about it the other day; she used tomato paste! Interesting. Anyway, this time I added a four ounce can of mushrooms and one can of Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Chili Peppers, Extra Hot. WOW. Talk about "kickin' it up a notch!" My wife and I both loved it. It made the dish hover in the space between "spicy hot, but not too spicy hot." Believe it or not, restaurant quality. Mmmm.

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CURTISLEE

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Home Town: Valley, Nebraska, USA

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Reviewed: Jun. 16, 2006

haven't heard of "american chop suey" in years. my mom used to make a super easy version. she used canned franco american spaghetti in tomato sauce instead of the uncooked pasta and soup. as kids, we all adored it.

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Reviewed: Jun. 7, 2006

I was looking for a quick and easy recipe and this was the first one on the list. Funny thing is that my family has been making this same exact recipe as long as I can remember. The only difference is we finish it off with something called Nature's Seasoning. I can be found in the spice isle at the grocery store. It is my daughter's absolute favorite and anyone I have made it for loved it too.

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BARBG922

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Reviewed: Apr. 21, 2006

It was good. Felt there were something missing so I added some tobasco sauce and picante sauce. Tasted spicey and tangy.

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Longster

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Reviewed: Apr. 4, 2006

Oh...am I mistaken...I was looking for a recipe for Chinese style chop suey and I came across this...I am shocked...this is the base for a typical tomato meat sauce with pasta...my husband was looking over my shoulder and started laughing hysterically...I guess I was expecting and "Americanized" chop suey recipe, not this. Sorry.

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Valentina

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Reviewed: Mar. 22, 2006

I agree that this is a perfect recipe to build on. We now use egg noodles instead of macaroni and add a couple cups frozen corn and a package of onion soup mix as well as sprinkling cheese on top to melt.

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Susanna

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Living In: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

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Reviewed: Mar. 13, 2006

I`ve used a similar recipe before. I use one can of tomato soup and add some Cheese Whiz.

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Marian R

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Reviewed: Feb. 5, 2006

This recipe was just okay, not very flavorful, will try again with extra spice.

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April F.

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Living In: Bristol, Virginia, USA

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Reviewed: Jan. 9, 2006

Great recipe to build on! Tried this tonight, and the family loved it! I tweaked it a bit, after reading the reviews...used slightly less pasta, added some garlic, italian seasoning, a teaspoon of beef bouillion, and a 4oz jar of mushrooms...and it made a big batch, enough for dinner and the leftovers will make a couple of hearty lunches! Thanks for posting April, great recipe! Edited to add: I've made this multiple times since my first review, and I now use 3 cans of tomato soup...and I thin it a bit with about a 1/4 cup of water...2 cans of soup is not enough.

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Mare

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Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2005

sprinkle some cumin seeds and you get a totaly mind blowing easy dish!

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Reviewed: Nov. 14, 2005

Very easy to prepare and it does well as leftovers too. A good basic recipe that can (and should) be customized to your taste.

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Reviewed: Nov. 9, 2005

quick, easy and delicious

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Reviewed: Nov. 8, 2005

This was a quick and easy recipe that my family enjoyed.

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Reviewed: Oct. 22, 2005

Just right for what I was looking for! Not gourmet, but perfect for a family of 5!

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Reviewed: Sep. 23, 2005

This recipe was so quick and easy, and just as stated, my 5 year old LOVED it! Even my hubby said it was tasty. I added a bit of fresh shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the top and baked it until the cheese was bubbly. I'll be making it again.

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Reviewed: Aug. 29, 2005

This is a very easy recipe and I had good results with it. My husband is not a fan of sauce so I only used 1 can of tomato soup and added a little bit of water. I also added some spices (1-Step Beef Spice) and we both enjoy it. Very good recipe!

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