| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Chopped meat (beef, or a mix of beef and pork) | 2 lbs |
| Eggs | 4 |
| Large onion, finely chopped | 1 |
| Chopped parsley | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt | 2 teaspoons |
| Black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Oatmeal | ⅔ cup |
| Italian breadcrumbs | 1 cup |
| Finely shredded carrots | 1 cup |
| Finely shredded celery | 1 cup |
| Ketchup | 6 tablespoons |