Description
Mummy Meatloaf is a fun and festive twist on a classic comfort food, perfect for Halloween or any playful dinner. This recipe features a flavorful blend of ground beef and breakfast sausage combined with savory seasonings and a tangy Worcestershire-ketchup glaze. Wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry strips to create a mummy design, it’s both visually impressive and delicious. Serve with edible eyes for an extra spooky touch that’s sure to delight kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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Meatloaf Mixture
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup cracker crumbs
- 1 1/4 tsp Mrs. Dash seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground breakfast sausage
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3/4 cup ketchup (divided)
- 4 tsp Worcestershire sauce (divided)
Assembly
- 1 sheet puff pastry, chilled
- 1 egg mixed with 1 tsp water (egg wash)
- 2 edible eyes
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Sauté Onion: Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix Seasonings and Cracker Crumbs: In a large bowl, combine the garlic powder, Mrs. Dash seasoning, cracker crumbs, and milk. Set aside to allow the crumbs to soak.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup ketchup and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. Set aside to glaze the meatloaf later.
- Combine Meatloaf Ingredients: Add the cooked onions, ground beef, ground breakfast sausage, remaining 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, beaten egg, and the seasoning-crumb mixture into the large bowl. Mix thoroughly until everything is well combined.
- Shape Meatloaf: Using your hands, shape the meat mixture on the prepared baking sheet into a head and mummy body form.
- Apply Glaze: Spread the ketchup and Worcestershire glaze evenly over the shaped meatloaf.
- Bake Meatloaf: Bake in the preheated 350°F oven for 50 minutes.
- Cool Meatloaf: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it cool for at least 20 minutes. This helps the puff pastry adhere better during assembly.
- Increase Oven Temperature: Raise the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for baking the puff pastry.
- Prepare Puff Pastry Strips: Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut long strips from the chilled puff pastry sheet. Carefully arrange and cover the meatloaf body and head with these strips to resemble mummy wrappings.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the puff pastry strips with the egg wash (egg mixed with water) to give a golden, shiny finish when baked.
- Bake Puff Pastry: Place the assembled meatloaf back into the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) at the thickest part.
- Decorate: Add the edible eyes to the mummy meatloaf as desired. Serve warm and enjoy this spooky and delicious centerpiece!
Notes
- Allow the meatloaf to cool before adding puff pastry to prevent sliding and improve adherence.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the meatloaf is fully cooked to 160°F internally for food safety.
- The recipe yields 6 servings, making it great for a family or small group.
- You can substitute ground pork sausage if preferred for the breakfast sausage.
- If puff pastry is unavailable, you could try crescent roll dough, but texture and appearance will differ.
- Edible eyes can be found in baking supply stores or online; alternatively, small pieces of black olives or peppercorns can be used.
