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MOM’S FAMOUS MEATLOAF + USING TECHNOLOGY TO GROW HEALTHY CROPS The science of growing healthy crops and baking a world-class meatloaf couldn’t be more different, but farmer Craig Converse of Brookings has a great recipe for both. Technically, he didn’t create the meatloaf recipe. It’s a family favorite straight out of his mother’s kitchen, but he does use his background in agronomy and technology to grow the best soybeans to feed animals and people in South Dakota. Craig is the third generation to work on their family farm, growing soybeans and corn with the help of his two sons. He lives in Brookings, but spends most days on the farm. Things have changed drastically since his grandfather bought the land in 1940, and a lot of it has to do with Craig. He uses his master’s degree in agronomy from South Dakota State University to improve soil management and crop production plans for the farm. According to Craig, there’s no better way to enjoy the soybeans he grows than through home cooked comfort foods like meatloaf. Ingredients like milk, eggs, and beef all come from animals who eat soybeans as part of a healthy diet. Since Craig isn’t an expert in the kitchen, his mom, Barb, has a recipe that keeps it simple and delicious. With only seven ingredients, her famous meatloaf is proven to fuel family time and conversations around the table.
Serves: 8 people
INGREDIENTS 1-1/2 lbs. ground beef 1 egg 3/4 cup milk 2-3 slices bread 1/4 fresh onion, chopped 1 tsp. salt 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Ketchup optional topping
INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 2. Place ground beef in a bowl. 3. Combine egg, bread, and onion in a blender. Blend until somewhat smooth. 4. Pour mixture on top of ground beef. 5. Add salt and Worcestershire sauce. Mix all ingredients together by hand. 6. Pour into loaf pan and bake 1.5 hours.
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Winter Issue 2021
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