Because Halloween isn’t just for the kids! This Bloody Mary London Broil is for the older trick-or-treaters—the ones who’ve traded candy bags for crockpots and a good glass of red. Tender beef slow-cooked in a blend of wine, broth, and Bloody Mary mix, this dish is rich, savory, and just a little wicked. It’s comfort food with a bite, and the kind of meal that fills your house with aromas so hauntingly good, you’ll swear they could raise the dead.
Ingredients (makes 1 London Broil): • 1 (3–5 lb) London broil • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil • 1 Tbsp brown sugar • 2–4 cups carrots, chunked or sliced • Potatoes, diced or sliced • 1 onion, sliced • 1 packet no-salt meatloaf seasoning • 2–3 cups unsalted beef broth • 1½ cups dark red wine • 2½ cups Bloody Mary mix
Instructions: 1. Prepare crockpot. 2. In a large sealable bag, place the London broil, olive oil, and brown sugar. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. 3. Add the meat and marinade to the crockpot along with carrots, potatoes, onion, seasoning, broth, wine, and Bloody Mary mix. 4. Cook on high for 6 hours or low for 7–9 hours, until the meat is fork-tender and the sauce is thick and rich.
🎃 Halloween Fact: The Bloody Mary cocktail was named in the 1920s—possibly after Queen Mary I of England, who was nicknamed “Bloody Mary” for her fiery rule. Its deep red color and mysterious legend made it a natural fit for Halloween-themed dishes like this one.
👻 Spooky Serving Idea: Serve slices of the London broil on a dark platter with the sauce spooned over like a crimson glaze. Add roasted baby potatoes and carrots around it for “bones” and “embers.” For a festive twist, garnish with celery leaves or a Bloody Mary–style celery stick spear!
