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Halloween Feet Loaf Recipe

Halloween Feet Loaf Recipe: A Spooky Dinner Delight

Halloween Feet Loaf Recipe brings a playful twist to dinner with savory ground beef and a spooky foot presentation.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Loaf
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 2 Large Eggs Helps bind the mixture
  • 1 cup Panko Crumbs Can substitute with regular breadcrumbs
  • 1 packet Au Jus Packet Use beef broth for added flavor if Au Jus is unavailable
  • 1 tsp Freshly Cracked Pepper Enhances seasoning
  • 1 tsp Dry Mustard Offers a mild tang
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Adds aromatic richness
  • 1 medium Medium Yellow Onion Used as toenails for the loaf
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Ketchup Substitute with BBQ sauce for a different taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, Au Jus packet, freshly cracked pepper, dry mustard, and onion powder.
  3. Gently fold in the ground beef and panko crumbs into the egg mixture.
  4. Divide the meat mixture in half and shape each portion into a foot on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Place slices of medium yellow onion at the end of each 'toe' for toenails.
  6. Generously top each onion toenail with ketchup.
  7. Bake for about 40-50 minutes until the center reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  8. Let the loaf cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meatloaf mixture to maintain tenderness. Presentation with onion toenails and ketchup is key for a spooky effect.

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