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Halloween Brain Meatloaf

Spook-tacular Halloween Brain Meatloaf for Fun Family Dinners

Celebrate Halloween with a spooktacular Halloween Brain Meatloaf that's both fun and delicious!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 pound Ground Meat Beef or turkey
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use crushed crackers for gluten-free
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion Or shallots for a sweeter note
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is best
  • 1 large Eggs Flaxseed meal with water for vegan
  • 1/2 cup Milk Dairy-free options are fine
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Sub fresh herbs if available
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Mix with BBQ sauce for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Loaf Pan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking surface.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, eggs, milk, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning. Mix until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into an oval mound on the prepared baking sheet, resembling a brain.
  4. Spread ketchup over the top for a bloody appearance, and drizzle BBQ sauce into the indentations.
  5. Bake for 50–60 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  6. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serve with sides of your choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.

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