1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
1/3 c. dry bread crumbs
1 lg. egg, slightly beaten
1/4 c. chopped onion
1/4 c. chopped green pepper
1/4 c. sliced mushrooms
1 env. dry onion soup mix
1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
1/8 tsp. black pepper
1 can stewed Italian style tomatoes
Ketchup (garnish)
Parsley (garnish)

Mix thoroughly all ingredients in a large bowl. Shape into a oblong patty and place in a baking loaf pan. Cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Garnish with ketchup and parsley leaves.