Best 4 Halloween Jack O Lantern Meatloaf Recipes
Calling all creative cooks and Halloween enthusiasts! If you're looking for a fun and spooky way to spice up your next holiday gathering, look no further than the Halloween Jack O Lantern Meatloaf. This festive dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends, combining the classic flavors of a traditional meatloaf with the iconic symbol of Halloween. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you through the steps of crafting this delicious and visually stunning centerpiece that will surely leave a lasting impression on your guests.
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HALLOWEEN JACK-O'-LANTERN MEATLOAF
This meatloaf has great holiday spirit. It will have everyone talking and maybe laughing. Don't worry, though, they are not laughing at you, but at the smile on the food's face.
Provided by Kelly Stoltenburg
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine beef, bread crumbs, eggs, onion, spaghetti sauce, Parmesan cheese, and garlic salt in a large bowl. Push mixture down into the bottom of the bowl and smooth the top. Flip bowl over into a large cake pan with sides to hold drippings. Use fingers to mold a stem shape at the top and make a happy or scary pumpkin face in the meat.
- Combine spaghetti sauce and orange food coloring in a small bowl. Paint the meat loaf surface with the sauce mixture and sprinkle Italian seasoning on the stem.
- Bake in the preheated oven until inside is no longer pink, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
- Drain grease from cake pan or transfer loaf to a serving plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 169.1 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 36.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 410.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
GREAT PUMPKIN MEATLOAF
Trick or Treat supper baked in a pumpkin. It is amazing how much less candy is gobbled up en route home on Halloween night if the kids start out with tummies happily full of nutritious food. To capture goblins attention before they go on their appointed rounds, serve Great Pumpkin Meatloaf. This fascinating jack-o'-lantern with a meatloaf inside will intrigue goblins, both young and old. Cut the jack-o'-lanterns in wedges and serve as a meat and vegetable in one. To accentuate the bland flavor of the pumpkin, the inside is spread with honey mustard before filling. The meatloaf mixture, enhanced with the zesty flavor of Worcestershire sauce is baked right inside the pumpkin. Complete this nourishing supper with oven roasted potatoes, celery sticks, cucumber slices, whole wheat dinner rolls and milk, plus a crispy apple for desert. This is not an "adult" dinner, but a pleasurable and fun meal for all that are young at heart. Almost any meatloaf recipe can be cooked in a pumpkin, so feel free to experiment. It's all about the presentation! Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the pumpkin and the meatloaf recipe used. (WW 6 points)
Provided by Cucina Casalingo
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut top from pumpkin in a zig zag design.
- Remove seeds and stringy insides.
- Place pumpkin in a baking pan; add about 1 inch of hot water.
- Cover pumpkin and pan with foil.
- Bake at 400 degrees F. for 45 minutes. (Or microwave for about 14 minutes.).
- Season inside of pumpkin with salt and pepper; brush with honey mustard (or yellow mustard and sprinkle with brown sugar).
- Combine egg, Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt, ground beef and bread crumbs; mix well.
- Spoon into pumpkin shell, packing down lightly.
- Return to oven and bake, uncovered, 45 to 60 minutes, until the pumpkin is tender and the meatloaf is cooked. (The internal temperature should reach 160 degrees F.).
- You may cook the "lid" of the pumpkin along with the meatloaf, however, watch it and remove when it is cooked and still looks attractive.
- Remove and let rest for 5 -10 minutes.
- Be creative with garnishes.
- Cut into 6 wedges to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 108.2, Sodium 385.6, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.5, Protein 23.6
HALLOWEEN JACK-O'-LANTERN MEATLOAF
This meatloaf has great holiday spirit. It will have everyone talking and maybe laughing. Don't worry, though, they are not laughing at you, but at the smile on the food's face.
Provided by Kelly Stoltenburg
Categories Beef Meatloaf
Time 1h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine beef, bread crumbs, eggs, onion, spaghetti sauce, Parmesan cheese, and garlic salt in a large bowl. Push mixture down into the bottom of the bowl and smooth the top. Flip bowl over into a large cake pan with sides to hold drippings. Use fingers to mold a stem shape at the top and make a happy or scary pumpkin face in the meat.
- Combine spaghetti sauce and orange food coloring in a small bowl. Paint the meat loaf surface with the sauce mixture and sprinkle Italian seasoning on the stem.
- Bake in the preheated oven until inside is no longer pink, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
- Drain grease from cake pan or transfer loaf to a serving plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 169.1 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 36.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 410.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
HALLOWEEN FEET LOAF RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, dry mustard powder, cayenne, large white onion, medium onion, large eggs, panko breadcrumbs, milk, fresh parsley, worcestershire sauce, ketchup
Provided by Matthew Johnson
Categories Dinner
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, mustard powder, cayenne, minced onion, eggs, bread crumbs, milk, parsley, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well until evenly combined.
- Split the meat mixture in half and place on the baking sheet. Shape each half into a "foot."
- Press up to form an ankle and hollow out the top to make room for "ankle bones." Add the halved onion, cut side up, to each divot. Cut 5 toes on each foot and add the reserved slivers of onion to make "toenails."
- Brush around the ankles with ketchup to look like "blood."
- Bake for 1 hour, until the meat is cooked through.
- Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 5 grams
Tips:
- Use a lean ground beef blend for a healthier meatloaf. - Add vegetables like chopped carrots, celery, or onions for extra flavor and nutrition. - Mix in some bread crumbs or oatmeal to help bind the meatloaf together. - Use a variety of seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder, to add flavor. - For a crispy crust, brush the meatloaf with ketchup, barbecue sauce, or a glaze made from brown sugar, mustard, and vinegar before baking. - Bake the meatloaf in a loaf pan at 350°F for 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F. - Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.Conclusion:
With a little creativity, you can easily turn a classic meatloaf into a fun and festive Halloween dish. The possibilities are endless, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients and decorations to create your own unique Jack-o'-lantern meatloaf. Remember to chill the meatloaf before carving for the cleanest cut. And most importantly, have fun!
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