1. 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.

3. 3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

4. 4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

5. 5. Cool the mixture slightly. This prevents the puff pastry from getting soggy when preparing these Spooky Halloween Potluck Recipes.

6. 6. Roll out one puff pastry sheet on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon the cooled meat mixture onto the center, leaving a 1-inch border.

7. 7. Cut the second puff pastry sheet into 1-inch wide strips. Arrange these strips over the meat mixture in a mummy-like pattern, leaving gaps for the “eyes.”

8. 8. Brush the puff pastry strips with the beaten egg wash for a golden finish, a crucial step for Spooky Halloween Potluck Recipes.

9. 9. Place two olive slices for eyes in the open gaps.

10. 10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed. These Spooky Halloween Potluck Recipes bake quickly!

11. 11. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.