American Chop Suey 1958 Recipe

Ingredients for American Chop Suey 1958

• 8 ounces canned mushrooms
• Ground Beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• Salad Oil
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 1 cup beef consommé
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

How to Make American Chop Suey 1958

1. Drain 8 ounces of canned mushrooms, reserving about 1/4 cup of the liquid.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add 1 pound ground beef, 1/2 cup chopped onion, and 1/2 cup chopped celery. Sauté until the beef is browned and the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add 1 cup bean sprouts, 1 cup beef consommé, and the drained mushrooms to the skillet.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and the reserved 1/4 cup mushroom liquid until smooth.
6. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the beef mixture.
7. Cook, stirring constantly, for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded.
8. Stir in 2 tablespoons soy sauce and remove from heat.
9. Serve hot over cooked rice.