INGREDIENTS
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2 1/2 lbs ground beef or chuck
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2 large peppers, red or green, coarsely chopped
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1 16 oz can diced tomatoes
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1 large sweet onion, chopped
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4 slices bacon
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1 1/2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons minced or pressed garlic
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1/2 teaspoon basil
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1/3 teaspoon oregano
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1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley (do not substitute)
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1 teaspoon seasoned salt or beef bouillon powder
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2 eggs
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1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/3 cup ketchup (or more as needed)
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onion and garlic powder to taste