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beef wellington

Perfect Beef Wellington Recipe: 5 Secrets to Flaky Glory (Character count: 58)

A classic beef Wellington features tender beef fillet wrapped in mushroom duxelles, prosciutto, and puff pastry. It’s an impressive dish for special occasions.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb beef tenderloin (center-cut)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 10 oz mushrooms (cremini or button), finely chopped
  • 2 shallots, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 slices prosciutto
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 14 oz puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Sear the beef tenderloin in olive oil on all sides, then brush with Dijon mustard. Let cool.
  3. Sauté mushrooms, shallots, and garlic until dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Lay prosciutto slices on plastic wrap, spread mushroom mixture over them, then place beef on top.
  5. Roll prosciutto and mushrooms around the beef tightly using the plastic wrap. Chill for 15 minutes.
  6. Roll out puff pastry, unwrap the beef, and wrap it in the pastry. Seal edges with egg wash.
  7. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and score the top lightly.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Chill the wrapped beef before adding pastry to help it hold shape.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice for clean cuts.
  • Serve with red wine sauce or roasted vegetables.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: beef wellington, puff pastry, beef tenderloin, gourmet dinner