Tonight's Homestead Meal - Meatloaf

MEATLOAF, GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE, PAN FRIED OKRA

I'm sure everyone has their own version of meatloaf. Ours here at the homestead is pretty basic. Farm raised beef, onions, eggs, fresh bread crumbs and seasonings.I usually use Italian, salt & pepper. Form into a loaf and bake. Most people overcook and dry out their meatloaf so keep an eye on it and bake just until pink is gone from the meat.
For the green bean casserole I will open a jar of french style green beans canned earlier this summer and mix with my homemade cream of mushroom soup. (Recipe follows) Served alongside the pan fried okra it makes a comforting and delicious meal. Unfortunately my camera is on the fritz so you will have to take my word for it. It looks and smells awesome ;o))
                                            Cream Of Mushroom Soup:
                                             1/4 c. chopped mushrooms
                                             1 tbsp. finely chopped onion                                             
                                             3 tbsp. butter
                                             3 tbsp. flour
                                             1/4 tsp. salt
                                              1 c. milk
Saute mushrooms and onions in butter. Blend in flour and salt and cook until bubbly. Slowly whisk in milk. Cook until thickened. Once you use this you will never buy another can of Campbell's again!!