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Zombie meatloaf with mushroom gravy braised meatloaf foot green pasta intestines white plate

Zombie Meatloaf: A Monster of a Meal

5 from 6 votes
Discover the ultimate Zombie Meatloaf recipe, perfect for your Halloween feast. With a creamy mushroom gravy, it's both spooky and delicious!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 231

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf
  • 1.5 lbs Ground beef
  • 0.5 lbs Ground pork
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 0.5 cup Ketchup
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Mushroom Gravy
  • 8 oz Mushrooms
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
Zombie Blood (optional)
  • 1 drop Green food coloring

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the heavy cream, chicken broth, and cornstarch. Set aside.
Step 2: Cooking the Main Components
  1. Press the meat mixture into a loaf pan, creating a 'foot' at one end for the zombie effect.
  2. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  3. While the meatloaf is baking, cook the mushrooms in a skillet over medium heat until they release their moisture and it evaporates. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3: Assembling the Dish
  1. Once the meatloaf is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  2. In the same skillet used for the mushrooms, add the cream mixture and bring to a boil. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
  3. Stir in the cooked mushrooms and green food coloring (if using).
Step 4: Baking or Final Cooking Touches
  1. Pour the mushroom gravy over the meatloaf, ensuring the 'foot' is well coated.
  2. For the zombie 'intestines,' you can either create them with green-colored mashed potatoes or use green-colored pasta. Cook according to package instructions, then arrange them around the meatloaf.
  3. Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the 'intestines' are heated through.

Notes

Don't overmix the meat mixture to prevent the meatloaf from becoming tough. Let the meatloaf rest before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute. For a more realistic zombie look, use a fork to create 'wounds' in the meatloaf before adding the gravy.