Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. ground beef
  • 1 egg, slightly beaten
  • 1/2 c. soft bread crumbs (1 slice)
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 3 Tbsp. water
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped parsley
  • 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
  • 2 c. sliced pared carrots
  • 1/4 c. chopped celery tops
  • 1/4 c. chopped parsley
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. dried basil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 can condensed beef broth (undiluted)
  • 1 can tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 envelope dry onion soup mix

Method

  • Make meatballs.
  • In medium bowl combine beef, egg, 3 tablespoons water, bread crumbs, salt and parsley.
  • Mix lightly and shape into 24 balls.
  • In hot butter in a 4 1/2-quart kettle saute meatballs, a single layer at a time until browned on all sides. Drain off fat.
  • Set meatballs aside.