1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 tbsp. finely cut onion
1 tbsp. minced parsley
Salt & pepper to taste

Mix in a bowl and leave to set. In a pot put 1 can tomato puree, 2 cans water, 1/4 cup finely cut onion, 1 green pepper, cut in small pieces, 1/4 cup finely cut celery, salt and pepper to taste. Let come to a boil. Make meat into balls and drop into puree mixture. Let simmer 3/4 to 1 hour. If sauce is not thick enough, add a little flour and water thickening.