Mummy Meatloaf
A delightful and spooky twist on a classic meatloaf, perfect for Halloween or cozy family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef (or Ground Turkey)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 Egg
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 8 oz Mozzarella Cheese
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Italian seasonings (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic, egg, and half of your ketchup in a large mixing bowl.
- Transfer the mixture onto a baking sheet and shape it into a loaf.
- Spread the remaining ketchup over the top for a glaze.
- Cut mozzarella cheese into strips and place over the meatloaf like bandages.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Decorate with olives or cherry tomatoes as eyes.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Letting the meatloaf rest helps it hold together when slicing. You can adapt the recipe with different herbs or spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: meatloaf, Halloween recipe, comfort food
Find it online: https://basilboard.com/mummy-meatloaf/