Haunted Mansion Dinner
A whimsical Halloween-themed dinner featuring delicious dishes inspired by the iconic Haunted Mansion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 medium pumpkin, cut into cubes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Sea salt, to taste
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Confectioner’s sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the Roasted Pumpkin Soup
- Roast the pumpkin cubes in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Sauté the chopped onion in olive oil until translucent, about 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Blend the roasted pumpkin and vegetable broth in the pot until smooth, adjusting seasoning.
- Shape the Skull Meatloaf by mixing ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, and cheese, then forming it into a skull shape.
- Bake the meatloaf at 375°F (190°C) for 45 minutes or until cooked through, allowing it to rest before slicing.
- Prepare the sides by tossing green beans with olive oil and salt, then roasting for 15-20 minutes.
- Make the mashed potatoes by boiling cubed potatoes for 15 minutes, then mashing with milk and butter.
- Create the chocolate pie filling by heating cream until boiling, pouring it over chocolate chips, stirring until smooth, and refrigerating.
- Decorate the pie with confectioner’s sugar for a spider web effect before serving.
Notes
For the best flavor, season the soup before blending and allow the meatloaf to rest before slicing.