Meat Loaf Treat

2 poounds lean ground beef
2 eggs, beaten
3/4 to 1 cup cracker or bread crumbs
3 stalks chopped celery
1/2 cup minced onion
1 large carrot, diced
1/2 seeded and diced bell papper
1/2 cup chopped black olives
1 package fresh sliced mushrooms
thyme, sage, savory, black pepper, seasoned salt
12 ounce can of tomato sauce

Place the ground beef in a large bowl, add all ingredients except the tomato sauce and mix thoroughly. Shape into a loaf. Place in an ungreased loaf pan; top with the tomato sauce. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until completely browned. Slice and serve hot with green peas or salad, potatoes and hot bread.

This recipe can be prepared in advance and stored, covered in the refrigerator until ready to bake.

My children used to beg me to make this; they considered it a treat.